Asplenium australasicum – Birds Nest Fern
Asplenium australasicum, the birds nest fern, is an epiphytic fern that sends out large fronds from a central point, making a lovely nest shaped plant. Once established, they can grow quite large, making a dramatic statement for a shaded or semi shaded position. They can grow in trees, on rocks, or can grow in a well drained but moist soil. They also make good container plants.
Birds nest ferns need a shaded to half shaded position, as full sun will burn the fronds. Asplenium australasicum can withstand some frost. They can be fed with a half strength liquid fertiliser through the warmer months.
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- Asplenium australasicum – birds nest fern
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- Asplenium australasicum – birds nest fern
| Scientific Name: | Asplenium nidus |
| Family: | Aspleniaceae |
| Common Name: | Birds Nest Fern |
| Plant Type: | Fern |
| Height: | 0.5 ~ 1.5 metres |
| Width: | 0.5 ~ 1.5 metres |
| Ph Level: | Acid, Neutral |
| Soil Type: | Loamy, Sandy loam, Clay loam, Potting mix, Poor soil |
| Plant Environment: | Low maintenance garden, Poolside, Container growing |
| Climate Zone: | Sub-tropical, Warm temperate, Cool temperate |
| Light: | Light shade, Half shade, Heavy shade |
| Growth Habit: | Evergreen, Spreading |
| Lifespan: | Perennial |
| Soil Moisture: | Well-drained, Moist moderate drainage, Boggy poorly drained |
| Frost Tolerance: | Tolerates light frost |
| Plant Usage: | Feature plant, Attractive foliage |
| Special Uses: | Bog gardens, Pipe and drain friendly, Playground friendly |
Angus recommends Bush Tucker fertilizer for this plant.