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Athyrium filix-femina
Lady Fern (Fern-Lady)
Athyrium filix-femina - Lady Fern- Deciduous. Bright green, erect fronds are fine textured and lacy-like, twice pinnate and can reach 3' long and 1' wide. Lady Fern spreads slowly by rhizomes forming clumps that expand slowly. Thrives in rich, moist soil. Bright fern for the shade garden, woodland areas, stream and pond banks. Tolerates dry soil relatively well. Sun exposure requires consistent moisture. Mature height 24"-36", spread 24"-36"+
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- Part Shade to Shade
- Deciduous
- Native
- Slow spreading by rhizomes
- Fine textured,light green,lacy-like fronds
- Tolerates sun with constant moisture
- Tolerates dry soil better than most
- Category: Fern, Perennial, Native
- Hardiness Zone: 3-8
- Height: 24-36 Inches
- Spread: 24-36 Inches
- Spacing: 24 Inches
Attributes
| • | Border or Bed |
| • | Ground Cover |
| • | Low Maintenance |
| • | Mass Planting |
| • | Native |
| • | Naturalizing |
| • | Water's Edge / Bog Plant |
| • | Woodland Garden |
Foliage Color
| • | Green |
Growing & Maintenance Tips for Athyrium filix-femina
Athyrium grows best in moist soil with a neutral to moderately acidic pH. Partial to full shade is best. 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.