Asplenium bulbiferum

Name: The Plant Company
Address: 284 Meeanee Road, Meeanee, Napier, 4112, New Zealand
Telephone: 0800 843 752
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Hen And Chicken Fern, Pikopiko

Asplenium bulbiferum, commonly known as the Hen and Chick Fern, is a lush, evergreen native fern with finely divided fronds and a graceful, arching habit. Ideal for shaded garden beds, damp corners, and native landscapes, this fern adds softness and texture to any space. The Plant Company supplies strong, NZ-grown Asplenium bulbiferum plants ready to establish quickly in your garden.

Asplenium bulbiferum (Hen And Chicken Fern) is currently unavailable.

Why? Our plants are subject to seasonality and high-demand. Please contact us if you would like to know when it becomes available again.

Suited to regions:	Subtropical, Temperate
Plant type:	Ferns
Height:	30 cm
Spread:	30 cm
Flowering time:
Tolerances:	Shade
Garden uses:	Borders, Containers, Living areas, Parks, Paths & Steps, Ponds, Pool areas, Specimen
Garden styles:	Architectural, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern, Native, Tropical
Easy to grow?	Yes
Maintenance requirements	Low
Growth rate	Medium
Also known as	Hen And Chicken Fern, Pikopiko
Sku	10662

Plant Size And Growth – Asplenium bulbiferum Grows 1m Tall x 1m Wide

This fern forms a rounded clump up to 1 metre tall and wide. It produces distinctive baby plantlets (the "chicks") on the upper fronds, which can be replanted or left to naturalise.

How To Grow Asplenium bulbiferum In NZ Conditions

Plant in full to part shade in moist, well-drained soil enriched with organic matter. Asplenium bulbiferum prefers a cool, sheltered site and benefits from regular watering during dry spells. It is frost-tolerant and performs well throughout most of New Zealand.

Why Asplenium bulbiferum Is A Must-Have For Shade Gardens

This native fern is prized for its lush texture and self-propagating fronds. It’s excellent for underplanting trees, softening shaded borders, or enhancing native-themed garden designs.

Why Buy Asplenium bulbiferum From The Plant Company?

Our ferns are NZ-grown and selected for vigour and adaptability. Every plant is shipped with care and ready to thrive in your landscape.

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Reviews

5

Annie Whiteside - Taranaki

So healthy, everything is packaged so well for the journey. Thank you again!

Melanie White - Auckland

Well packed, strong & heathy plants, and we got them 2 days after we ordered.

Glenys Taylor - Auckland

Lovely plants received

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