Sword Fern
Sword Fern (Blechnum punctulatum) features bold, leathery fronds with a glossy deep green finish and distinctive sword-like form. With excellent durability, strong vase life, and consistent grading, it is a dependable export foliage for bouquet and retail floral programmes.
Blechnum punctulatum, marketed as Sword Fern, is a robust fern variety cultivated in South Africa, though naturally distributed in subtropical and temperate regions. Its upright, elongated fronds provide bold lines and volume, making it a reliable filler foliage for large-scale bouquet production, straight bunches, supermarket floral ranges, and decorative foliage applications. The glossy texture and structured form of Sword Fern make it highly valued by wholesalers and retailers seeking long-lasting greenery.
Quality & Handling
- Harvested under cold-chain conditions to preserve frond freshness and colour.
- Graded for size, frond shape, and consistency to meet export standards.
- Vase life of 14–21 days with proper care.
- Re-cut stems before hydration and place in fresh water with floral preservative.
- Allow rehydration after shipping to restore turgidity and sheen.
- Sturdy fronds maintain structure in mixed bouquets and ship efficiently for export markets.
- Lead times and freight rates vary by destination.
- All products are subject to seasonal availability, please contact us for current availability, pricing and export options.
- Bulk pricing available for large-volume orders; minimum order quantities apply.
- Dedicated export solutions with competitive freight arrangements.
