Asplenium nidus
Bird's Nest Fern
Description
Asplenium nidus is a tender fern native to many tropical regions. Produces showy, undivided apple green fronds to 4 ft. long, 8 in. wide, gowing upright in clusters. Asplenium nidus has a striking foliage and one snail or slug can ruin a frond.
Plant Type
Ground cover, Perennial
Height Range
1-3'
Flower Color
n/a
Flower Season
n/a
Leaf Color
Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Half, Shade
Water
Medium, Extra in Summer
Growth Rate
Moderate
Soil Type
Sandy, Loam
Soil Condition
Average, Rich, Well-drained, Moist
Soil pH
Acid, Neutral
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
Tropical
Accenting Features
Specimen
Seasonal Interest
n/a
Location Uses
Perennial Border, Indoor, Raised Planter
Special Uses
Container, Mass Planting
Attracts Wildlife
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
As the weather gets hotter avoid the temptation to increase run times.
Instead, schedule more start times with one to two hours in between to allow the water from the previous session to soak in before watering again.