Doodia

Doodia Media – Best Ferns In New Zealand!

Growing NZ native ferns such as Doodia media in your garden delivers a vast range of benefits:

• It helps to preserve New Zealand’s species.
• Greater biodiversity is created.
• Children can learn the plants and become more involved with nature.
• These plants will bring you pleasure for many years to come.

We have a range of rasp ferns that are ready for planting. We’ll help you find the right Doodia fern for your space. Choose from a wide variety of New Zealand-native plants that have been eco-sourced and bred to thrive in NZ’s climate. We stock only the highest quality plants, sourcing them from NZ’s leading nurseries. Each plant is packed and transported with extreme care, ensuring it arrives to you in the same condition it was in when it left the nursery. If you are wanting to buy Doodia ferns, shop with confidence from the best in the industry.

Doodia Questions

1. How do you care for Doodia media?

Doodia media, also known as the common rasp fern, is a hardy evergreen fern that is native to New Zealand. It is a relatively low-maintenance plant that is well-suited for a variety of garden conditions.

Here are some tips on how to care for Doodia media:

• Doodia prefers partial shade to full shade. It can tolerate full sun, but the leaves may scorch if the plant is not watered regularly.
• They prefer well-drained soil that is rich in organic matter.
• Plants need regular watering, especially during the first year after planting. Water the plant deeply so that the water reaches the roots. Be careful not to overwater, as this can lead to root rot.
• Doodia does not require a lot of fertiliser but will benefit from once a year feeding with a balanced fertiliser.
• Mulching around your plant will help to retain moisture and suppress weeds. Use a layer of mulch that is 50 m thick.

2. What is the common name for Doodia media?

The common name for Doodia media differs between NZ and Australia:

New Zealand:

• Rasp fern: This is the most widely used common name in New Zealand, referencing the rough texture of the fern's fronds.
• Pukupuku: This is a Maori name meaning "to rasp," also referring to the fern's rasp-like feel.

Australia:

• Common Rasp Fern: Similar to the New Zealand name, but with the addition of "common" to distinguish it from other rasp fern species.
• Black Rasp Fern: This name is sometimes used in Australia, referring to the dark green colour of the mature fronds.