Pellaea rotundifolia (Button Fern)

How to grow Pellaea rotundifolia (Button Fern) in NZ

Pellaea rotundifolia (Button Fern) grows best in partial shade or full shade with fertile, well drained soil rich in organic matter. Incorporate compost before planting to improve soil structure and moisture retention. Water regularly while the plant establishes and maintain even soil moisture without allowing the roots to become waterlogged. A sheltered position protects the attractive fronds from drying winds.

Pellaea rotundifolia (Button Fern) care tips

Pellaea rotundifolia (Button Fern) is easy to maintain with occasional watering during extended dry periods. Apply mulch around the plant to conserve soil moisture while keeping it away from the crown. Remove old or damaged fronds to encourage fresh growth and maintain a tidy appearance. Feed with a gentle slow release fertiliser during spring to promote healthy foliage throughout the year.

Pellaea rotundifolia (Button Fern) size, spacing, and growth rate

Pellaea rotundifolia (Button Fern) typically grows 30 to 50 centimetres tall with a spread of 40 to 60 centimetres. It has a moderate growth rate and gradually develops into a dense clump of attractive evergreen foliage. Space plants about 40 to 50 centimetres apart to allow room for mature growth and to create an attractive mass planting.

Landscaping uses for Pellaea rotundifolia (Button Fern)

Pellaea rotundifolia (Button Fern) is ideal for woodland gardens, shaded borders, beneath trees, and courtyard plantings where evergreen texture is desired. It also performs beautifully in containers and indoor pots with bright filtered light. Combine it with other shade loving plants to create lush natural displays that provide year round interest and a distinctly New Zealand feel.

Why buy Pellaea rotundifolia (Button Fern) from The Plant Company?

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