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Summer planting
Contrary to popular opinion, summer planting is fine as long as adequate water is provided throughout any prolonged dry periods. This allows you to take advantage of increased summer growth.
Blechnum novae-zelandiae
Height: 1m;  Spread: 2m
Kiokio (Fern)
Very hardy. New fronds pink in the sun. A popular fern for revegatation and ornamental plantings
» Click here for our Blechnum article published in the Titirangi Tatler, May 2012
» For a landscaping perspective on Blechnum novae-zelandiae see this article by O2 Landscapes...
Photo gallery:
Gorgeous colours - @ Long Bay Park, late Dec '10
..unwinding at Long Bay Park, Dec '10..
Fertile frond.
Fresh new growth unfurls.
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