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Products > Blechnum occidentale   Blechnum occidentale - Hammock Fern   [2nd Image] Habit and Cultural Information Category: Fern Family: Blechnaceae (~Polypodiaceae) Origin: Chile (South America) Evergreen: Yes Flower Color: NA Bloomtime: Not Significant Height: 1-2 feet Width: 1-2 feet Exposure: Shade Irrigation Req.: High Water Needs Winter Hardiness: 20-25° F Blechnum occidentale (Hammock Fern) - This is a fern that spreads by creeping rhizomes and grows to 2 feet tall. The leathery fronds are divided into 12-28 segments on both sides of the midrib, which makes the frond three inches across. The bronzy-pink new foliage can add delightful color to the green of a shady fern garden. This fern appreciates good drainage and constant moisture.  The description above is based on our research and observations of this plant growing in our nursery and in our own and other Santa Barbara gardens. We would appreciate hearing from anyone who has additional information or disagrees with what we have written.     [MORE INFO]