Silver Lady Fern
Silver Lady Fern
I'm not just a fern - I'm a tree fern in training. I'm the Silver Lady, and unlike my shelf-dwelling cousins, I grow an actual miniature trunk over time, topped with a perfectly symmetrical crown of arching fronds that can spread nearly a metre. A palm-tree silhouette at fern prices, from the islands of New Caledonia, Fiji and Vanuatu.
Give me the tropical-island treatment: filtered light or a shaded patio, consistently moist soil, and humidity wherever possible - bathrooms and ferneries are my natural habitat. No harsh afternoon sun on my delicate fronds, please.
What you'll get (no surprises):
- Medium - 140mm nursery pot, approx 20-40cm
- Large - 200mm nursery pot, approx 40-60cm
Pets: 100% pet-safe - ferns don't do drama.
Keep my moisture steady with a Moisture Meter and let my crown arch over a Recycled Woven Basket.
🌱 One tree planted with every order.
Product Information
Native distribution
Native to the warm, humid forests of the Pacific Islands and New Zealand, the Blechnum Silver Lady thrives in sheltered, shaded conditions. Whether grown indoors or as an understory plant in your garden, it brings an instant tropical feel and lush greenery to your space.
Key attributes
With its elegant, feathery fronds and lush, tropical appeal, the Blechnum Silver Lady fern is perfect for adding softness and greenery to your space. Ideal for shaded patios, bathrooms, or indoor corners, it’s a low-maintenance beauty that stays vibrant year-round.
The Blechnum Silver Lady is available in multiple sizes and makes a gorgeous statement in both indoor and shaded outdoor settings, growing up to 1 metre tall in the right conditions.
Medium: 25cm–40cm tall, settled in a 140mm black nursery pot.
Large: 40cm–60cm tall, flourishing in a 180–200mm black nursery pot.
Note: Decorative pots sold separately—pick a stylish pot to complete your tropical look.
Care mode
Keep the soil consistently moist but never soggy—Blechnum Silver Lady loves regular watering, especially in warm weather. Avoid letting the soil dry out completely, as this can cause frond tips to brown. During spring and summer, feed lightly every month to encourage lush, dense growth. In cooler months, reduce watering slightly as growth slows.
Feeding your indoor plants
To keep your Blechnum Silver Lady looking lush and vibrant, the right nutrients are essential. Feed with The Good Plant Co Indoor Plant Food every 4–6 weeks during the warmer months to support healthy, full fronds and steady growth. While naturally easy to care for, ferns appreciate consistent moisture and humidity—mist the leaves occasionally or place me near other plants to create a mini humid zone.
For an extra-polished look, gently clean the fronds with The Good Plant Co Leaf Shine to keep them healthy and fresh.
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