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Lady Fern

Botanical Name
Anthyrium filix-femina
Min Zone
4
Max Zone
8
Height
1 to 3 feet
Width
12 to 36 inches
Light
Part to full shade
Soil
Moist, well-drained
Planting & Care
  • Tolerates drier soils better than other ferns
  • Plant in masses, by itself or mix with other woodland plants
  • Protect from winds that can damage and break the fronds
  • Divide clumps in spring every few years to reposition crowns at the soil level

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