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Pneumatopteris pennigera
Fern with a short trunk. The fronds are pale green and produced in crowns. Forms a dense crown of broad lush fronds. Often on streamsides or on damp banks. Prefers a semi-shaded site, with a little filtered sunlight. Prefers well composted soil. Hardy.
Genus
Pneumatopteris
Species
pennigera
Cultivar
Common name
Gully Fern
Family name
Thelypteridaceae
Place of origin
New Zealand
DETAILS
Height
80 cm
Width
80 cm
(expected growth in average NZ conditions in 5 to 10 years)
Leaves
Evergreen
Soil Type
Prefers good loamy soil
Moisture
Prefers even soil moisture
Exposure
Must be sheltered from wind. / Prefers shade / Will tolerate light frost only
Indigenous / Magnificent / Sanctuary / Texture / Whimsical
Ferns
Category
Small, under 1 metre high.
Availability
All our current stock has been dispatched out to retailers. If they have none left for you, we are growing another crop to supply as soon as possible.
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