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Bracken Fern

Bracken Fern

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If you love green gardens, you may want to consider planting the bracken fern, scientifically known as Pteridium aquilinum. This is a widely growing plant, especially in Northern America. The fern has stiff triangular-shaped fronds and quickly grows into large colonies. You can grow the fern as underground foliage in a wooded area. The plant will also make your rock garden beautiful and works well for a cottage garden. Read on to learn more about this attractive plant.

Growing Bracken Fern

The fern can tolerate different soil types but grows well in well-drained soil enriched with organic matter. The plant will also require slight acidity and consistent moisture. Provide some shade too. Reduce the watering if the plant grows so aggressively. Look for an isolated space in your garden to plant the fern since their rhizomes spread out so quickly. Once you designate a spot, dig a deep, wide hole, then place the rhizomes at the center. Cover the hole with enough soil, then water it. Remember to keep the ferns at least seven feet away from each other. You can also plant the fern in a container to limit its spread. Use a large enough ceramic porous pot with good drainage.

Bracken Fern Care

Once established, the plant will require low maintenance. You will need to apply manure or other organic compounds at least once annually. Also, add a layer of mulch on the roots for moisture retention. The fern can grow up to seven feet in height, especially in early spring. Therefore, you will need to prune the plant occasionally and get rid of broken fronds. When grown in the right conditions, the fern is highly resistant to pests.

Bracken Fern Propagation

If you want to propagate the fern, dig out the plant and ensure that you get the whole rhizome. Carefully divide the roots. Transplant the divisions in a different area at the same conditions as the mother plant. Bracken ferns are easy to grow, making them a perfect choice for almost all gardens. The plant creates a unique and wild look in your yard. It also pulls out odors and chemicals from the air contributing to a cleaner environment.

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great stuff

We really appreciate you taking the time to leave us your 5-star review. It means a lot to the whole team, and we’d love to have you back very soon

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Amanda Griesdorn
Bracken Ferns

My landscape installer said that he is likely to order some of these for his home garden and I am as well. These are starts, now 10" plants and as he put it, they are healthy, will grow and are priced very fairly.

Thank you so much for your feedback, Amanda! It makes our day hearing about how much our customers love our plants and the great service they have received from our team. We have passed on your review to our team and look forward to you purchasing from us again.

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Emily Hodges
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Large and healthy green! I loved these ferns

Emily, hearing how much you love our ferns has brightened up our day at Wholesale TN Nursery! We are looking forward to making your day once more when you shop with us again.