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Deer Fern | Blechnum spicant 

Beautiful, elegant ornamental clumping fern. Produces long, narrow, dark green, glossy leaf called deer’s tongue.

 

Plant Details

HabitatsRiparian Forests, Bottomland Forests, Mixed Hardwood-Conifer Forest or Woodland
Mature Height8”-2.5’
Shade Preferenceshade, part sun
Soil ToleranceMoist acidic soils
Special UsesProvides wildlife forage, cover and food; Ornamental; Deer resistant