Species arachnoides
lush-green leaves and stems

arachnoides

Arachniodes simplicior 'Variegata'

Arachnoides (Arachniodes simplicior ‘Variegata’) is an eye-catching evergreen fern with lattice-shaped leaflets and margins heavily fringed with white, making it look like it has been delicately painted. It's an amazing plant to add some texture and interest to any woodland, mixed border, or even a rock garden with its vivid variegation. This evergreen fern is also very hardy and grows well in shady, moist, acidic soil, making it extremely easy to take care of. Its bright, feathery foliage will light up any dark corner of the garden. Arachnoides (Arachniodes simplicior ‘Variegata’) is an amazing plant to add some excitement to your garden.

Cycle:

Perennial

Watering:

Frequent

Propagation:

Division,Cutting,Layering Propagation,Seed Propagation,Spore Propagation

Hardiness Zone:

6 - 9

Flowers:

Non-flowering Flowers

Sun:

Part shade,full shade

Leaf:

Yes

Leaf Color:

green,yellow,white

Growth Rate:

Low

Maintenance:

Moderate

Drought Tolerant:

Yes

Salt Tolerant:

Yes

Care Level:

Medium

watering

Arachnoides (Arachniodes simplicior 'Variegata') likes to grow in moist soil, but it is important not to over water it. During the warmer months of spring and summer, water when the top 2-3” (5-8 cm) of soil has dried out. The soil should be kept consistently moist with regular watering but never soggy. During the cooler months of fall and winter, reduce watering, allowing the top 2-3” (5-8 cm) of soil to dry out before replenishing it with water. In addition, if your Arachnoides grows in a container, check to make sure that the soil is not completely drying out before watering, as the lack of an adequate water reserve will severely stress the plant.

sunlight

The Arachniodes simplicior 'Variegata' plant requires part sun to full shade in order to thrive. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and should be watered regularly. When grown in full sun, this plant should receive 6-8 hours of sunlight each day. When grown in partial shade, it should receive 3-4 hours of direct sunlight each day. Ideally, the plant should receive morning sun and afternoon shade, as too much direct, mid-day light can result in scorched foliage. During winter, it should be kept in the lightest possible position within the house.

pruning

Arachnoides simplicior 'Variegata' should be pruned in late winter or early spring before new growth begins. Pruning should be moderate – removal of dead, diseased, or damaged branches, and cutting back of shoots that have outgrown their area of the plant. Trim off any lower branches to encourage upward growth, or to create a stronger framework of branches. Conversely, pruning should be minimal if you desire a more natural shape or want to keep the plant at a certain size. No pruning at all is an option for several years or permanently.

Season

Fall
Winter
Spring
Summer
Sep
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Dec
Jan
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May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Starts Flowering

Arachniodes simplicior 'Variegata' typically starts flowering in late spring, usually in May or June.

Starts Flowering

Arachniodes simplicior 'Variegata' typically starts flowering in late spring, usually in May or June.

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