Leptinella traillii, commonly known as Traill’s Leptinella, is a unique and attractive fern like ground-cover native to New Zealand. With its finely divided, delicate leaves and creeping habit, this low-growing perennial is a perfect addition to shaded or semi-shaded areas, offering texture and soft green tones to your garden throughout the year.

Reaching a height of just 5-10 cm (2-4 inches), Leptinella traillii forms a dense, mat-like carpet that spreads gradually, making it ideal for filling in between stepping stones, as a border plant, or in rock gardens. Its small, fern-like fronds are a light, soft green with finely divided leaflets, creating a lacy, feathery appearance that adds subtle beauty to any landscape.

In spring and early summer, the plant produces small, inconspicuous, yellow-green flowers that emerge in clusters along thin, wiry stems. While the flowers are not the focal point, they add an additional layer of interest to the foliage, especially when viewed up close. The plant’s evergreen nature ensures it remains visually appealing year-round, even in winter months.

Leptinella traillii thrives in moist, well-drained soils and prefers shady or woodland conditions, making it perfect for planting beneath trees or in areas with dappled sunlight. It is also well-suited to coastal environments, being tolerant of salty conditions and light winds.

This low-maintenance fern is a great choice for gardeners looking to create a soft, lush ground cover that thrives in New Zealand’s temperate climate. Its resilience, subtle beauty, and ability to thrive in shaded spots make Leptinella traillii an excellent choice for enhancing the understorey of a garden or providing a lovely backdrop for other plants.

These are our standard size in 5-7cm square pots.

See pictures of example plant next to ruler to get an idea of actual size.

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