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Blechnum novae-zelandiae

Blechnum novae-zelandiae

Name: Blechnum novae-zelandiae - 2.5 litre container
Brand: The Plant Company
SKU: 10816f
Price: 29.33 NZD
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Blechnum novae zelandiae, Parablechnum novae zelandiae, Kiokio

Blechnum novae-zelandiae, commonly known as Kiokio, is a NZ native fern that is often found growing abundantly on clay banks along roadsides and rivers. It features long and cascading fronds that may reach 2 m long and 50 cm wide. Young fronds often have red tones when grown in a sunny position, which age to light green, and darken further as they mature, developing a crinkled appearance at the same time. Blechnum novae-zelandiae is commonly used in situations where its long fronds can be appreciated such as in large containers or at the top of walls. It also makes for a lovely groundcover in shaded areas.

Suited to regions:	Subtropical, Temperate
Plant type:	Ferns
Height:	1.00 m
Spread:	2.00 m
Flowering time:
Tolerances:	Hardy, Shade
Garden uses:	Banks, Borders, Containers, Living areas, Parks, Paths & Steps, Ponds, Pool areas, Specimen
Garden styles:	Architectural, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Frontyard, Modern, Native, Riparian, Woodland
Easy to grow?	Yes
Maintenance requirements	Low
Growth rate	Medium
Also known as	Blechnum novae zelandiae, Parablechnum novae zelandiae, Kiokio

Blechnum novae-zelandiae Details

Blechnum novae-zelandiae, commonly known as Kiokio, is a NZ native fern that is often found growing abundantly on clay banks along roadsides and rivers. It features long and cascading fronds that may reach 2 m long and 50 cm wide. Young fronds often have red tones when grown in a sunny position, which age to light green, and darken further as they mature, developing a crinkled appearance at the same time. This fern grows best in partial shade on a sheltered site that does not dry out. Blechnum novae-zelandiae is commonly used in situations where its long fronds can be appreciated such as in large containers or at the top of walls. It also makes for a lovely groundcover in shaded areas due to its ability to colonise an area reasonably quickly, or included in woodland gardens.