Asplenium lyallii

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Address: 284 Meeanee Road, Meeanee, Napier, 4112, New Zealand
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Lyall's Spleenwort, Asplenium Plant

Asplenium lyallii is a hardy and compact New Zealand native fern that forms upright clumps of finely divided, bright green fronds. Naturally found in forested and alpine areas, it is ideal for shaded gardens, native plantings, and low-maintenance landscaping. The Plant Company supplies healthy, NZ-grown Asplenium lyallii plants suited to a variety of environments.

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Suited to regions:	Subtropical, Temperate
Plant type:	Ferns
Height:	75 cm
Spread:	75 cm
Flowering time:
Tolerances:	Shade
Garden uses:	Borders, Living areas, Paths & Steps, Ponds, Pool areas
Garden styles:	Architectural, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Frontyard, Modern, Native, Rock, Tropical, Woodland
Easy to grow?	Yes
Maintenance requirements	Low
Growth rate	Medium
Also known as	Lyall's Spleenwort, Asplenium Plant
Sku	12851

Plant Size And Growth – Asplenium lyallii Grows 50cm Tall x 40cm Wide

This tidy fern typically grows to about 50 cm in height and spreads to 40 cm wide. Its upright fronds add texture and form to garden beds, rockeries, and woodland-style plantings.

How To Grow Asplenium lyallii In NZ Conditions

Plant in full to part shade in well-drained, compost-rich soil. Asplenium lyallii is cold-hardy, wind-tolerant, and thrives in both lowland and high-altitude environments. Mulch annually and water during dry spells for best results.

Why Asplenium lyallii Is Great For Native & Alpine Gardens

With its fine texture and upright form, this fern suits shaded borders, native garden designs, or alpine-style planting schemes. It performs well in exposed or cooler areas and provides year-round structure.

Why Buy Asplenium lyallii From The Plant Company?

We supply robust, NZ-grown native ferns selected for performance and resilience. Every plant is carefully packed and shipped nationwide, ready for successful planting.

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