hart's tongue fern · Soil

hart's tongue fern · Asplenium scolopendrium
Also known as: burnt weed; buttonhole; Christ's hair; horse tongue

Grows well in humus-rich, moist but well-drained soil. Bright mid-day sun can cause damage. May be sensitive to fungicides. Tolerant of dry shade but water regularly during the first season and mulch well. See how to grow ferns for further advice

Watering: Keep soil evenly moist with higher air humiditySunlight: Full shade · Partial shadeInformation to be completed