North Coast Jacarandas
Birds Nest Fern - Asplenium australasicum
Birds Nest Fern - Asplenium australasicum
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The Bird’s Nest Fern is a striking tropical fern prized for its bold rosette of glossy, wavy fronds. Native to northern Australia and the Asia–Pacific region, it thrives in warm, humid conditions and makes a lush statement both indoors and in shaded outdoor spaces.
Each fern is spore grown and kept in 90x90 super tubes
Will most likely sent bare root (without a pot)
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Key Features
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Dramatic foliage: Large, arching fronds grow in a circular nest-like shape, giving the plant its common name.
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Low maintenance: Resilient and easy to care for in the right conditions.
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Versatile placement: Excellent for shaded gardens, understorey planting, or as a statement indoor specimen.
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Air-purifying: Adds fresh greenery and helps improve indoor air quality.
Growing Conditions
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Light: Prefers bright, indirect light indoors or dappled shade outdoors. Avoid direct sun, which can scorch the fronds.
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Water: Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Water around the base, not directly into the centre rosette.
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Soil: Well-draining, rich in organic matter.
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Temperature: Ideal in warm, humid environments; protect from frost.
Uses
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Indoor feature plant in homes, offices, or shaded patios
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Underplanting in tropical or subtropical gardens
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Container planting for verandahs and courtyards
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Adds lush texture and greenery to shaded landscaping projects
Plant Details
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Evergreen fern
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Mature size: fronds can reach 1–2 metres in length in ideal conditions
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Supplied as a healthy nursery-grown plant, ready for potting or planting



