{"product_id":"leatherleaf-fern-rumohra-adiantiformis","title":"Leatherleaf Fern - Rumohra adiantiformis","description":"\u003cp\u003eLeatherleaf Fern (\u003cem\u003eRumohra adiantiformis\u003c\/em\u003e) is a bold, firm-leaved fern about 1m high and wide, with deep green, deeply cut fronds. It is native across much of the southern hemisphere, including Australia, where it grows on forest floors, in river gullies and in tree forks. In a frost-free shaded garden, or in a pot indoors, it gives dark, textured foliage that lasts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy you'll love it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBold, dark foliage.\u003c\/strong\u003e Firm, deeply dissected fronds in deep green give structure to a shady bed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLong-lasting cut foliage.\u003c\/strong\u003e The tough fronds last well in flower arrangements, which is why florists use them.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eA genuine shade plant.\u003c\/strong\u003e It grows on forest floors and in gullies, so it thrives under trees where little else will.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePots, baskets and indoors.\u003c\/strong\u003e It grows well in pots indoors, in hanging baskets, and even in tree forks like an orchid.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWidely native.\u003c\/strong\u003e It grows wild in Australia and New Zealand, and across South Africa and South America.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere it works best\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShaded garden beds.\u003c\/strong\u003e Under trees and along shaded walls in frost-free gardens. Plant 80cm apart for a dense planting of overlapping fronds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePots and indoors.\u003c\/strong\u003e A handsome potted fern for a bright, sheltered spot. Mist the fronds in warm months.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBaskets and tree forks.\u003c\/strong\u003e In the wild it often grows as an epiphyte, and it can be mounted in a hanging basket or in the fork of a tree.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Leatherleaf Fern in Australia\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePosition and climate.\u003c\/strong\u003e Shade to part shade, with protection from frost. In frost-free gardens, meaning tropical, subtropical and mild warm temperate coasts, it can live outdoors. In the southern states or inland, take it indoors over winter. It thrives in humid conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil.\u003c\/strong\u003e Light, fertile, free-draining soil, acid to neutral. Add perlite to heavy soil. Plant carefully so that the crown of the fern sits above the soil line.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater and feed.\u003c\/strong\u003e Mulch and water regularly until established, around 12 weeks, and keep it moist through warm growing periods. Apply slow release fertiliser in spring, then a liquid feed every four weeks in warm months at half the recommended dose.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePruning.\u003c\/strong\u003e Remove old fronds to keep the plant fresh and avoid disease. Potted plants can be repotted every two to three years, ideally in the cooler months when the plant is dormant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat to expect when it arrives\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe sell Leatherleaf Fern as tube stock, a young plant in an 80mm deep tube that establishes quickly, and also in 140mm pots in packs of 10 and 200mm pots in packs of 6. Ferns settle in steadily rather than quickly, so a larger potted size gives a fuller plant from day one. Whichever you choose, plant promptly and keep it moist.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause tube stock is supplied by our grower, it is not always available. When it is sold out, use the notify button on this page and we will email you the day it is back.\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\"\u003eGrowing ferns in Australia\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\/plants-for-full-shade\"\u003ePlants for full shade\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/house-indoor-plants\"\u003eIndoor plants\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan it live indoors?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. It makes a handsome potted plant in bright, indirect light. Keep the mix moist, mist in warm months and keep it away from heaters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy are the fronds browning?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOld fronds age out naturally, and frost, dry air or too little water also brown them. Remove old fronds, keep the plant moist and shelter it from frost.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow deep should I plant it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep the crown of the fern above the soil line. Burying the crown invites rot, so set it at or slightly above ground level.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nursery Near Me","offers":[{"title":"Tube (Backorder)","offer_id":67790874771775,"sku":"RUM-ADI-tube","price":28.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false},{"title":"140mm (Pack of 10)","offer_id":67790874837311,"sku":"RUM-ADI-140MM-P10","price":239.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"200mm (Pack of 6)","offer_id":67790874870079,"sku":"RUM-ADI-200MM-P6","price":257.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0691\/2917\/5359\/files\/leatherleaf-fern-rumohra-adiantiformis.jpg?v=1792210704","url":"https:\/\/nurserynearme.com.au\/products\/leatherleaf-fern-rumohra-adiantiformis","provider":"Nursery Near Me","version":"1.0","type":"link"}