New Zealand’s national emblem, the distinctive Silver Fern. Plant Silver Fern as an accent or vertical element in a shady spot. Frost tender when young.

Fill a seed tray with Yates Black Magic Seed Raising Mix. Press mix firmly into tray; water and allow to drain. Sow seed and cover lightly with seed raising mix. Place tray in a warm, shady, sheltered place and mist with water, as required, to keep moist (not wet). Germination times of native seeds vary from 2 weeks to several months. Once seedlings are 3-5cm high, transplant into small individual pots. Grow on until a root ball establishes and transplant into the garden or containers. Sift a very fine layer of peat over spores, and cover trays to increase humidity. Plant height 5m