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HARDY FERNS Athyrium filix-femina
Commonly known as Lady fern
Hardy fern growing up to 4 feet
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DeciduousLight-green fronds to 1m (39in) long on reddish stalks.
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Height1.2m (4ft)
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Spread90cm (36in)
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FernThe crown of the trunk-like rhizome is often up to 20cm (8in) above the ground. Sori(spore clusters) are conspicuously J or C shaped.
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Very hardyHardy in the severest continental climates including exposed upland locations in the UK. Plant can withstand temperatures < -20 (-4°F)
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Full shade
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Partial shadeDappled shade
HARDY FERNS Athyrium filix-femina
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Additional FeaturesGood to knowThe native Lady fern. Can look like a miniature version of the exotic tree fern.Pests & DiseasesNone.Place of originTemperate northern hemisphere.
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Garden Location/ConditionsBorderSuitable for a shaded, sheltered borderCottage gardenTown garden
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HardinessFully hardy
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Seasonal InterestSpringSummer
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Soil ConditionsFertile moist well-drained soilNeutral to acid soilWith added leaf mould or garden compost
Ferns - Care Guide
- Growing & Caring for Ferns
- ADIANTUM Ferns
- ASPLENIUM Ferns
- ATHRIUM Ferns
- BLECHNUM Ferns
- DRYOPTERIS Ferns
- MATTEUCCIA Ferns
- OSMUNDA Ferns
- POLYSTICHUM Ferns
- Tidying Deciduous Ferns for Winter
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1.2m (4ft)
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90cm (36in) |
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