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Coniogramme emeiensis

mount Emei bamboo fern

A semi-evergreen fern forming a clump of spreading glossy fronds with green and yellow banding

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Size
Ultimate height
0.5–1 metres
Time to ultimate height
2–5 years
Ultimate spread
0.5–1 metres
Growing conditions
Clay
Loam
Moisture
Moist but well–drained
pH
Acid, Neutral
Colour & scent
StemFlowerFoliageFruit
Spring Green Variegated Yellow
Summer Green Variegated Yellow
Autumn Green Variegated Yellow
Winter Green Variegated Yellow
Position
  • Partial shade
Aspect

North–facing or South–facing or East–facing or West–facing

Exposure
Exposed or Sheltered
Hardiness
H4
Botanical details
Family
Pteridaceae
Native to GB / Ireland
No
Foliage
Semi evergreen
Habit
Bushy
Genus

Coniogramme are a genus of around 40 clump-forming, evergreen, semi-evergreen or deciduous, terrestrial ferns suited to moist, shady or woodland areas.

Name status

Correct

Plant range
China

How to grow

Cultivation

Grow in a humus-rich, moist but free draining soil in partial shade. See how to grow ferns for further advice

Propagation

Propagate by division

Suggested planting locations and garden types
  • City and courtyard gardens
  • Patio and container plants
  • Low Maintenance
Pruning

Remove dead or damaged fronds

Pests

Generally pest-free

Diseases

Generally disease-free

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