How to Grow and Care for Broad buckler fern

Broad buckler fern, also known as Shield fern

Broad buckler fern thrives in a partially shaded environment with well-draining soil, establishing itself as a low-maintenance fern suitable for many gardeners. Critical care points include ensuring consistent soil moisture without waterlogging and avoiding excessive direct sunlight which can scorch its fronds. Broad buckler fern adapts well to a range of conditions, making it a resilient addition for fern enthusiasts.

Watering schedule: Twice per week

Sunlight Requirements: Partial sun

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Planting and Growing Broad buckler fern

Toughness	High
Care Level	High
Care Difficulty	Easy
Lifespan	Perennial
Watering Schedule	Twice per week
Sunlight Requirements	Partial sun
Soil Type	Garden Soil
Soil pH	5-7
Hardiness Zones	5-8

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Varieties of Broad buckler fern

Broad buckler fern 'Crispa Whiteside'

Broad buckler fern 'Crispa Whiteside' is a variety of the Broad buckler fern. This cultivar is more compact than the parent plant and other cultivars. It also has fronds that are more heavily ruffled than others. Its name derives from Robert Whiteside, an English fern enthusiast who found the variety.

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Broad buckler fern is distinguished by its robust and arching fronds that exhibit a delicate and finely cut appearance. The foliage is a lush green, presenting a dense and bushy aesthetic as the fronds span upwards and outwards, eventually reaching a mature height and spread of approximately 2-3 feet (60-90 cm). The plant demonstrates a seasonal transition, retaining its fronds longer than many other ferns, thus considered semi-evergreen in nature. Its foliage structure and growth habit make it a recognizable species among fern enthusiasts.