Araiostegia perdurans
A clump-forming, deciduous fern with triangular, bright green fronds divided into small, ovate, deeply lobed leaflets (pinnae). Borderline hardy and dislikes winter wet
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Size
Ultimate height
0.1–0.5 metresTime to ultimate height
2–5 yearsUltimate spread
0.1–0.5 metresGrowing conditions
Moisture
Moist but well–drained, Well–drainedpH
Neutral, AlkalineColour & scent
| Stem | Flower | Foliage | Fruit | |
| Spring | Green | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summer | Green | |||
| Autumn | Green | |||
| Winter |
Position
- Full sun
- Partial shade
Aspect
West–facing or East–facing
Exposure
Sheltered Hardiness
H4Botanical details
- Family
- Davalliaceae
- Native to the UK
- No
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Habit
- Clump forming
- Name status
Correct
- Plant range
- S. & C. China
How to grow
Cultivation
Grow in well-drained, gritty, humus-rich soil in sun or partial shade. Best protected from winter wet. Under glass, grow in equal parts loam, charcoal & limestone chippings in good light with low humidity. Water sparingly and feed at half strength monthly. See how to grow ferns for further advice
Propagation
Propagate by division
Suggested planting locations and garden types
- City and courtyard gardens
- Cottage and informal garden
- Flower borders and beds
- Underplanting of roses and shrubs
- Wall side borders
- Conservatory and greenhouse
Pruning
No pruning required. However, old faded foliage can be removed if needed
Pests
Generally pest-free
Diseases
Generally disease-free
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