Aspelium oblongifolium

•  Size: Ht 75cm Wd 1m
  
•  Sunlight: Part shade
•  Temperature: frost hardy
  
•  Foliage: Evergreen
• Coastal tolerance: Suitable
  
• Other features: Very easy to grow,Ideal for use under trees as its moisture requirments are quite low.
  
• Garden care: Require a moist but well drained soil with plenty of organic matter. Water regulary to maintain plant healthduring hot periods. Add a mulch of organic matter in autumn, prune off any dead growth as required.
  

A NZ native fern that once established can handle the dry. Its glossy fronds make it a very versatile addition to the shade garden. For best results add organic matter to the soil & mulch well. Good container plant. Protect from frost when young.