Lady Fern. Handsome fern with upright shuttlecock-like fronds in light green. Max Height 1.2m. Max Spread 60cm to 90cm. Shaded site. Hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Athyrium felix-femina
Handsome fern with upright shuttlecock-like fronds in light green.
Category: Ferns
Additional information
Generic | Athyrium |
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Species | felix-femina |
Varietry | |
Common Name | Lady Fern |
Flower Colour | |
Soil | Fertile |
Aspect | Shaded site |
Foliage | Deciduous |
Height | 1.2m |
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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