Doodia media

Shade gardens are often comprised of perennials that die down in the fall, so it's nice to have some evergreen specimens that help maintain the looks of the winter garden. Doodia media, aka Rasp Fern or Hacksaw Fern, is a small evergreen variety that has a fairly low profile, but may spread to twice its height. New fronds emerge pink to red in color, then deepen to green as they mature. The leaflets are rough in texture and sharply toothed (probably the origin of the nicknames, Rasp or Hacksaw fern), adding textural interest to borders, container planters, or hanging baskets. Not usually on the menu for deer, the Rasp Fern may succumb if the deer are really hungry.

Common Name: Rasp Fern, Hacksaw Fern

Plant Type: Evergreen

Mature Size: 8" - 18" tall, 12" - 36" wide

Growth Rate: Moderate

Cold Hardiness: 10°

Light:

• Morning Sun
• Afternoon Shade
• Dappled Sun

Foliage Color: Green

Bloom Color: None

Bloom Time:

• N/A

Structure: Mounding

Characteristics:

• Container Lover
• Deer-resistant
• Hanging Basket Lover

Photos: Real images, not stock photos

Please Note: When Ground Shipping is selected, plants will be shipped on the following Monday to help maintain the plant quality.