Surprises in the undergrowth
I enjoy gardening but have to admit I don't tend to work to a plan. When catching up on a garden that has been left to itself for a while I get a buzz out of finding unexpected seedlings growing. I consider them my present from Mother Nature for not spraying and like to leave them where they are if practical.
One such "present" is growing well outside my bathroom window. I spotted this fern a while ago growing under the other shrubs and left it there. However since my husband had a 'cut back and get some control' day the fern has taken off. I'm now thinking it might get too big for where it is and may have to be shifted.
The leaves are quite magical to watch unfold. This hairy looking frond is the beginning.
It shoots upwards and starts to unfurl. This one is nearly as tall as me.
As it unwinds and the leaves grow they end up like this. A beautiful lush green fern.
This is another surprise one which started growing by the pond. A different variety that won't be quite so big.
I'm linking to Nature Notes and Outdoor Wednesday
Wow! I've never seen a fern so big before!
ReplyDeleteWow...such a dramatic group of fern 'sprouts'. LOVE the close ups. But, I really like ferns so this was a treat for me.
ReplyDeleteI adore ferns too, and have some new fern photos coming up on my blog later this week. Your images are beautiful!
ReplyDeleteOh great shots of the stages the fern go through!
ReplyDeleteOh I love surprises especially from Mother Nature.. How cool looking that fern is as it unrolls. I want to plant some native ferns here in the yard and my neighbor said I could have some of hers that grow naturally along the pond.. Thank you for linking into Nature Notes...Michelle
ReplyDeleteWow! that's a big fern if it as tall as you are. Is that a native of NZ? I love ferns :-)
ReplyDeleteYes its a native of NZ and some of them grow huge. :-)
DeleteSo exotic looking. I love the look and feel of the fern.
ReplyDeleteMarvellous shots,
ReplyDeleteYes, these ferns are fascinating to watch as their fronds emerge from furry, tight balls. Great shots - thanks for sharing.
ReplyDeleteI love ferns, this one is beautiful. Lovely photos, thanks for sharing! Wishing you a happy week ahead!
ReplyDeleteI love the texture of the ferns! You have some huge and magnificent ones!
ReplyDeleteI love to see the curled up fronds. You are right, they are a bit magical as they unfold.
ReplyDeleteMother Earth is thanking you for not poisoning her.
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