Species European Hart's-Tongue Fern
yellow-green leaves

European Hart's-Tongue Fern

Asplenium scolopendrium var. scolopendrium

European Hart's-Tongue Fern is a perennial evergreen native to Europe, North Africa, and western Asia. This hardy fern has dark green leaves with distinctively forked tips, with a leathery texture and a tongue-shaped appearance. Its glossy fronds reach up to 30 cm in length and can grow in shade or partial sunlight. As a robust species, it can withstand long dry spells, making it an ideal choice for the modern gardener. It’s also highly attractive and easy to care for, making it a wonderful addition to any garden.

Watering:

Frequent

Propagation:

Division,Cutting,Spore Propagation,Layering Propagation

Hardiness Zone:

Sun:

part shade,full shade

Leaf:

Yes

Leaf Color:

green

Growth Rate:

Low

Care Level:

Medium

watering

European Hart's-Tongue Ferns should be waterd about exery 4-7 days. Water should be applied to the soil around the plant until it is moist but not saturated. If overwatering occurs, allow the soil to dry out before watering again. The plant thrives best in humid conditions, and it is essential to mist the fronds of the fern regularly to ensure they do not dry out.

sunlight

European Hart's-Tongue Fern prefers moderate to bright indirect sunlight and can tolerate some shade for much of the day. It does best in humid environments, so indirect sun should be his primary source of light. The European Hart's-Tongue Fern can thrive in morning or late afternoon sun for about 4 hours daily. Bright shade is also suitable for this plant species.

pruning

European Hart's-Tongue Fern should be pruned twice a year, in the spring and in the fall. In the spring, prune away any damaged fronds and lightly snip off any brown or yellow leaves to encourage new growth. In the fall, lightly trim off any excess foliage to prevent overcrowding and give the fern a tidy appearance. Be sure not to over-prune the fern and remember that you want to keep it looking natural.