Species rock polypody

rock polypody

Polypodium virginianum

Rock Polypody (Polypodium virginianum) is a perennial evergreen fern that grows commonly on rocks, soil and trees in north central and eastern United States, and also in parts of Canada and Mexico. It has bright green, deeply divided, oblong-shaped, glossy fronds that form dense mats on flat or slightly curved surfaces. The plant propagates by spores produced on the underside of its fronds, which are released in spring. It requires full to partial shade, sandy soils, infrequent watering, and well-drained soil. It is an extremely hardy plant, thriving in difficult conditions, and an excellent choice for a dry, shady spot in the garden.

Cycle:

Perennial

Watering:

Minimum

Propagation:

Division,Cutting,Spore Propagation,Root Cutting

Hardiness Zone:

3 - 8

Flowers:

Non-flowering Flowers

Sun:

Partial sun Shade

Soil:

Sandy Loamy Humus Rocky

Fruits:

brown,black Fruits Ready In

Leaf:

Yes

Leaf Color:

green,yellow,brown

Growth Rate:

Low

Maintenance:

Low

Salt Tolerant:

Yes

Care Level:

Medium

watering

Rock polypody (Polypodium virginianum) should be watered regularly throughout the growing season. Depending on your climate, it should be watered at least once a week, if not more. Whenever the soil feels dry at the top 2 inches, it's time to water. Too much water can be just as bad as too little, so be sure to water deeply and then let the soil dry out before the next watering. Watering in the morning or late in the afternoon is best so that the soil has all day to dry but it will still get the moisture it needs. Avoid watering during the heat of the day, or the plant may become scorched and damaged.

sunlight

Rock polypody, also known as Polypodium virginianum, prefers moist, shady environments and should receive indirect sunlight throughout the day. The best way to provide this for this plant species is to give it 2 to 3 hours of bright, direct sunlight in the morning, and 4 to 5 hours of dappled sunlight throughout the afternoon. This will ensure that the plant receives plenty of light without becoming sunburnt. Additionally, the warmer months may require some additional shade or protection from the harsher afternoon sun. Affected plants should be shaded or removed from full sunlight for a few hours in the afternoon to prevent any burning of the foliage.

pruning

Rock polypody, or Polypodium virginianum, does not require regular pruning in order to remain healthy. However, it is important to remove any dead, dying, or discolored foliage in order to keep the plant looking its best. This can be done at any time throughout the year, with the exception of during seasonal frost or during the fall when the plant is going dormant. Any pruning should be done with sharp pruners to avoid damaging the plant. Too much pruning can be detrimental to the plant, so it's best to prune only when and where needed. Additionally, pruning should always be done with caution and care to avoid damaging the plant tissue.

Season

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Harvest Fruit

The harvesting season for Polypodium virginianum typically begins in late summer and continues through early fall, so the months to start harvesting the fruits would be August, September, October, and November.

Starts Flowering

Rock polypody typically starts flowering in April.

Harvest Fruit

The harvesting season for Polypodium virginianum typically begins in late summer and continues through early fall, so the months to start harvesting the fruits would be August, September, October, and November.

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