{"product_id":"harmanii-bird-s-nest-fern-asplenium-antiquum-harmanii","title":"Harmanii Bird's Nest Fern - Asplenium antiquum 'Harmanii'","description":"\u003cp\u003eHarmanii Bird's Nest Fern (\u003cem\u003eAsplenium antiquum\u003c\/em\u003e 'Harmanii') is a large, leathery fern with a more open, graceful rosette than the common bird's nest. Its leaves taper towards the centre, which lets light into the nest and gives the plant an airy shape. On mature plants the fronds can reach 1m to 2m, so it is a feature plant for spacious shady beds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy you'll love it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAn open nest.\u003c\/strong\u003e The leaves taper towards the centre, so the rosette looks looser and more graceful than the dense common form.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBig and leathery.\u003c\/strong\u003e Fronds reach 1m to 2m on mature plants, with a tough texture that holds up well outdoors.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eA forest look.\u003c\/strong\u003e Set it in the fork of a large tree, as it grows in the wild, and it looks completely natural.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGarden, pot or room.\u003c\/strong\u003e It suits tropical garden layers, large containers and bright indoor gardens.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEasy around pets.\u003c\/strong\u003e Bird's nest ferns are regarded as non-toxic to cats and dogs, which suits family gardens.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere it works best\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTropical feature planting.\u003c\/strong\u003e Use it as a layer in understorey planting. Allow 1.5m between plants so the long fronds arch freely without crowding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIn the fork of a tree.\u003c\/strong\u003e Place a young plant in a pocket of moist, free draining mix where a large tree forks. Keep it watered until it takes hold.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eContainers and indoor gardens.\u003c\/strong\u003e A big pot gives control over water and shelter. Indoors, choose a bright spot without direct sun, and allow room for the fronds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Harmanii Bird's Nest Fern in Australia\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePosition and climate.\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun to part shade, with a little afternoon shade in hot climates to prevent scorch. It thrives in humid conditions, so it suits tropical, subtropical and warm temperate gardens, and it must be protected from frost.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil.\u003c\/strong\u003e A well drained mix, so that plenty of air reaches the roots and wet feet are avoided. Keep the crown of the fern above the soil line.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater and feed.\u003c\/strong\u003e Mulch and water regularly until established, usually around 12 weeks. Water often in the warmer months and less in winter. Apply slow release fertiliser in spring and a liquid feed every four weeks in the warmer months at half strength.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePruning.\u003c\/strong\u003e Remove old fronds to keep the plant fresh and avoid disease. Repot container plants only if they outgrow their pots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat to expect when it arrives\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe sell Harmanii Bird's Nest Fern as tube stock, a young plant in an 80mm deep tube. It begins as a small tuft and takes a few seasons to make its mature open nest, so it rewards patience. The tube is supplied by our grower and is not on offer every week. A sold out tube means the grower has none at present, and the notify button on the page emails you the day it is back.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlants travel upright. Unpack promptly, water in and plant or pot up into a well drained mix.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlants are delivered Australia wide, with delivery from $29.95. Every plant is covered by our 30 day healthy plant guarantee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant care guides and related reading\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blog\/ideal-fern-environments-in-your-garden\"\u003eFerns in Australia: light, humidity and placement\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/ferns-for-shady-areas\"\u003eFerns for shady areas\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/house-indoor-plants\"\u003eHouse and indoor plants\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/tropical-plants\"\u003eTropical plants\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow is Harmanii different from the common bird's nest fern?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is almost identical, except that its leaves taper towards the centre. That makes the rosette more open, rather than a dense, tight nest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow big will it grow?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe fronds can reach 1m to 2m on mature plants, so it needs plenty of space or a large pot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCan it live indoors?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. It suits bright indoor gardens out of direct sun, in a large pot with free draining mix. Keep it away from heaters and cold draughts.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nursery Near Me","offers":[{"title":"Tube (Backorder)","offer_id":67790171799871,"sku":"ASP-ANT-HARMAN-tube","price":28.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0691\/2917\/5359\/files\/harmanii-bird-s-nest-fern-asplenium-antiquum-harmanii.jpg?v=1792195046","url":"https:\/\/nurserynearme.com.au\/products\/harmanii-bird-s-nest-fern-asplenium-antiquum-harmanii","provider":"Nursery Near Me","version":"1.0","type":"link"}