Lady Fern. Handsome fern with upright delicate, finely cut, shuttlecock-like fronds, often crested in light green. Max Height 90cm. Max Spread 60cm to 90cm. Shaded site. Hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Athyrium felix-femina Cristatum Group
Handsome fern with upright delicate, finely cut, shuttlecock-like fronds, often crested in light green.
Additional information
| Generic | Athyrium |
|---|---|
| Species | felix-femina |
| Varietry | Cristatum Group |
| Common Name | Lady Fern |
| Flower Colour | |
| Soil | Fertile |
| Aspect | Shaded site |
| Foliage | Deciduous |
| Height | 90cm |
| Family | Athyriaceae |
| Spread | 60cm, 90cm |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Arching |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | green |
| Flowers From | |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Moist |
| Protection | Sheltered site |
| Hardiness | Hardy |
| Planting | Water thoroughly before planting |
| Care | Keep moist in first year |
| Border | Bog garden, Woodland |
| Toxicity | |
| Pruning | |
| Pruning Time | |
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| Maintenance | |
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