Telmatoblechnum serrulatum
swamp fern
Blechnaceae
Plant Specifics
Form:
fern
Size:
2 - 3 ft tall by 1 - 2 ft wide
Life Span:
long-lived perennial
Flower Color:
Fruit Color:
Phenology:
winter dormant
Noted For:
Interesting Foliage
Landscaping
Recommended Uses:
Ground cover for moist, shady sites. Also useful in wetland restoration.
Considerations:
Will spread unless contained by physical or environmental limits. Periodic removal of old fronds is recommended.
Light:
Part Sun, Shade
Moisture Tolerance:
Stays wet ---- to ---- Somewhat moist, no flooding
Salt Water Flooding Tolerance:
Unknown
Salt Spray/Salty Soil Tolerance:
Low/no tolerance of salty wind or direct salt spray
Soil or Other Substrate:
Sand, Clay, Loam, Organic
Suitable to Grow In:
8B,9A,9B,10A
Ecology
Wildlife:
Native Habitats:
Marshes, swamps
