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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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Plant Details
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Good to know
The native Lady fern. Can look like a miniature version of the exotic tree fern. -
Pests & Diseases
None. -
Place of origin
Temperate northern hemisphere. -
DeciduousLight-green fronds to 1m (39in) long on reddish stalks.
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Fully hardy
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Height
1.2m (4ft) -
Spread
90cm (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 hardy
Hardy in the severest continental climates including exposed upland locations in the UK. Plant can withstand temperatures < -20 (-4°F) -
Spring Seasonal Interest
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Summer Seasonal Interest
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Mature Size1.2m (4ft)
90cm (36in)
Planting Tips and Care Advice
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Garden Location/Conditions
BorderSuitable for a shaded, sheltered borderCottage gardenTown garden
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Soil Conditions
Fertile moist well-drained soilNeutral to acid soilWith added leaf mould or garden compost
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Sun Requirements
Full shade
Partial shade
Dappled shade
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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