Athyrium filix-femina 'Fronds Forever' PPAF CPBRAF

Common Name: Lady Fern

Make a statement in the shade with this crested broad-leaved fern! Leaves are flat with cresting along the margins and a tassel at the end of each frond. Individual pinna are wide and closely spaced together, contributing to an overall full, dense habit. Excellent vigor with filling out containers or establishing in the landscape. A must have for shady spaces!,

Height:

24.0 Inches

Spread:

18.0-24.0 Inches

Hardiness Zones:

3,4,5,6,7,8

Foliage Color:

Green shades

Sunlight:

Part Shade (4-6 hrs. Direct Sun) Full Shade (< 4 hrs. Direct Sun)

Water Requirements:

Average Water Needs Consistent Water Needs

Soil Quality:

Poor Soil Quality Average Soil Quality Fertile Soil Quality

Soil Chemistry:

Acidic Soil (pH < 7.0) Neutral Soil (pH = 7.0)

Critter Resistant:

Rabbit Resistant

Growth Rate:

Medium

Garden Style:

Asian Patio Container Eclectic Woodland Shade

Other Features:

Border Plant Container Cut Foliage Easy To Grow Ground Cover Attractive Foliage

Origin:

Not Native to North America

Athyrium grows best in moist soil with a neutral to moderately acidic pH. Partial to full shade is best; some sunlight is necessary to draw out the coloring. To protect the crowns and tender shoots in the spring, it is best to leave the old fronds on the plant over the winter. They can be removed in the spring when the new fronds reach 6 inches tall. If division is necessary, do so in the spring.

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