staghorn fern for sale

Name: The Plant Company
Address: 284 Meeanee Road, Meeanee, Napier, 4112, New Zealand
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Discover the striking beauty of the Staghorn Fern, Platycerium bifurcatum Netherlands, now available for sale from our New Zealand nursery. If you’ve been searching for a unique plant to elevate your indoor greenery or add a lush focal point to your outdoor garden, the Staghorn Fern is an exceptional choice. With its captivating antler-like fronds and easy-care nature, this fern brings a touch of tropical elegance to any space, making it a favourite among plant lovers and collectors.

Platycerium bifurcatum Netherlands (Elkhorn Fern)

Elkhorn Fern, Staghorn Fern

Platycerium bifurcatum 'Netherlands' is a striking ornamental fern admired for its dramatic antler shaped fronds and unique architectural form. Commonly known as the Staghorn Fern, this evergreen plant creates a tropical appearance that suits both indoor spaces and sheltered outdoor areas in New Zealand. The soft grey green foliage develops attractive branching fronds that add texture and visual interest year round. Platycerium bifurcatum 'Netherlands' is ideal for mounting on boards, growing in hanging baskets, or displaying in decorative containers. Its unusual appearance makes it a standout feature in modern and tropical style settings.

Platycerium bifurcatum Netherlands (Elkhorn Fern)

Suited to regions:
Subtropical
Plant type:
Ferns
Height:
60 cm
Spread:
80 cm
Garden uses:
Borders, Containers, Living areas, Parks, Paths & Steps, Specimen
Garden styles:
Architectural, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Frontyard, Japanese, Mediterranean, Modern, Tropical

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Why Choose Platycerium bifurcatum Netherlands?

The Netherlands cultivar of Staghorn Fern is prized for its robust growth and distinctive, deeply lobed foliage. Each frond resembles a stag’s horn, creating an eye-catching display on walls, trees, or mounted boards. Unlike many ferns, Staghorn Ferns are epiphytes, meaning they prefer to grow attached to bark or wood rather than in traditional soil. This makes them perfect for creative vertical displays in your home, office, or shaded outdoor areas.

How to Grow and Care for Staghorn Fern

Caring for a Staghorn Fern is simple with a few helpful guidelines:

Light: Provide bright, indirect sunlight. Avoid harsh direct sun, as it can scorch the fronds.
Water: Mist regularly and water about once a week, ensuring the central “nest” receives moisture without staying soggy.
Humidity: Staghorn Ferns love humidity, so group them with other ferns or use a tray of water and pebbles to boost moisture levels.
Feeding: Apply a diluted liquid fertiliser during the growing season to encourage vigorous frond production.
Mounting: Attach your Staghorn Fern to a wooden plaque, cork, or tree – a great way to showcase their natural form.

Perfect Companions for Your Staghorn Fern

Building a fern collection? Pair your Staghorn Fern with New Zealand natives for a lush, forest-like effect. Browse our range of ferns such as Blechnum procerum, renowned for its elegant upright form, or the compact Blechnum fluviatile for shaded garden beds and containers. For a dramatic statement, consider the silver-leafed Cyathea dealbata (Punga), an iconic tree fern, or add textural interest with Polystichum vestitum (Prickly Shield Fern) and the hardy Doodia aspera (Prickly Rasp Fern).

Order Your Staghorn Fern Now

If you’re looking for a staghorn fern for sale in New Zealand, our healthy, well-established Platycerium bifurcatum Netherlands are ideal for beginners and experienced gardeners alike. Each plant is carefully packaged and shipped direct from our nursery, ensuring it arrives in excellent condition. Transform your living space with the natural artistry of a Staghorn Fern, and enjoy a unique addition to your botanical collection.

Browse our full selection of ferns and bring a piece of the subtropical forest into your home or garden today.

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