Japanese Holly Fern | Cyrtomium fortunei 'Holly Fern
The Japanese Holly Fern, scientifically known as Cyrtomium fortunei, is a captivating evergreen fern that adds a touch of sophistication to any garden. With its unique fronds and adaptability to various conditions, this fern has become a favorite among garden enthusiasts. Let's explore the key characteristics, appearance, and general care tips that make the Japanese Holly Fern a must-have in your outdoor space.
The Japanese Holly Fern features vibrant, glossy, dark green fronds that have a holly-like appearance, hence its name. The glossy texture of the leaves not only adds an ornamental element but also makes them more resistant to pests and diseases. While Japanese Holly Ferns are not known for their flowers, they do produce spores on the undersides of their fronds. These spores are typically brown or rusty in color and contribute to the fern's reproductive cycle. Do not react to the spores as insects or disease! This fern typically reaches a height of 1 to 2 feet, with a similar spread. Its compact size makes it an excellent choice for borders, woodland gardens, or as a ground cover beneath taller plants.
Enhance Your Garden with Japanese Holly Ferns:
Create a stunning garden with the beautiful Japanese Holly Ferns. These stunning plants flourish in well-drained soil with a slightly acidic to neutral pH level. Discover our exquisite collection of plants, perfect for adding a touch of natural beauty to any space. When it comes to finding the ideal spot for these stunning plants, we recommend planting them in an area with dappled or filtered sunlight. It's important to avoid direct sunlight, as it may potentially harm the delicate fronds. Create a serene and inviting atmosphere with our carefully selected plants, and enjoy the beauty they bring to your surroundings. When establishing your fern garden, it is crucial to plant the ferns with care. Make sure that the crown of each fern is positioned at the soil surface, allowing it to receive the necessary nutrients and moisture. To create a visually appealing arrangement, space multiple fern plants approximately 18 to 24 inches apart. This spacing allows each fern to thrive and grow to its full potential, resulting in a lush and vibrant fern garden.
Fertilizing:
Feed Japanese Holly Ferns with a balanced, slow-release fertilizer our SR-18-5-10 in the spring. This provides the necessary nutrients for healthy growth. Avoid excessive fertilizer, as ferns generally do not require high levels of nutrients.
Purchase our Slow Release fertilizer here SR-18-5-10.
Watering Needs:
For Japanese Holly Ferns, keep the dirt consistently moist. Allow the top inch of dirt to dry out between watering's and water deeply but not too often. Be careful not to water these plants too much, because root rot can happen when it's too wet.
Putting down mulch:
Putting a layer of organic mulch around the base of the fern keeps the earth moist, keeps the temperature stable, and keeps weeds from growing. It also makes the fern's natural surroundings on the forest floor look like mulch.
Ordering:
Our processing time usually is 1-3 days after receiving the order. Orders taken after 4:00 pm on Wednesday through Sunday will be shipped the following Monday.
Shipping:
The Plant Factory, Inc. offers the very best shipping processes to ensure quick, safe, and near-perfect results every time. Cold and heat may deter your order temporarily until it is safe to receive and plant your plants/trees in your area. At our discretion, we will hold order till the threat is gone ensuring you with the healthiest-viable product ordered.
Summer - Above 95 degrees | Winter - Below 34 degrees
Plant Highlight:
• Growing Zone: 5-10
• Plant Brand: The Plant Factory Choice
• Botanical Name: Cyrtomium fortunei
• Foliage Color: Green
• Flower Color: NA
• Flower Fragrance: NA
• Fall Color: Slight
• Type: Semi-evergreen
• Mature Height: 18-24 Inches
• Mature Width: 18-24 Inches
• Growth Rate: Moderate
• Exposure: Part shade, shade
• Soil Needs: Tolerant to many soils
• Water Needs: Occasionally
• Pruning Needs: Early spring trimming to remove old F fronds
• Awards:
• Grown by: The Plant Factory
- Pollinator Friendly: No
- Deer Resistant: Yes
- Pet Friendly: No
- Reblooming: No
- Cold and Heat Tolerant: Yes
Note:
We put pictures and videos on our site to best represent our products, as an example of our quality as a grower. You may, however receive a smaller or larger plant than pictured depending on the season you buy. You may or may not get a plant blooming as shown on our site. We usually trim off blooms because they do not ship well. Your purchase of our plants should be considered an investment in your future garden and enjoy the process of growing it to its full potential.
Why The Plant Factory, Inc is a good choice?
Our plants are grown at our nursery. Our experienced staff use the best horticultural practices to ensure our plants are of the utmost health and quality. We select your plants as if we were buying them ourselves. Our standard goals are to exceed our customers’ expectations. We pride ourselves for great “out of the box” experiences with hassle-free customer service and quick resolutions.
