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Athyrium filix-femina

Lady Fern

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Information by: J.J. Neilson Arboretum        Photographer:

 

Description

This clumping, deciduous fern spreads slowly by rhizomes. Native to California and much of the U.S., it bears tall, lacy fronds to 6' in moist forest situations. It should be grown in part shade to shade with average to heavy watering. This is a frost hardy plant. -Monterey Bay Nursery

 

Plant Type

Fern

Height Range

1-3'

Flower Color

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Leaf Color

Green

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Water Saving Tip:

As the weather gets hotter avoid the temptation to increase run times.

Instead, schedule more start times with one to two hours in between to allow the water from the previous session to soak in before watering again.