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Ornamental Plants plus Version 2.0 - 00000178
01/01/98
Athyrium felix-femina--Lady Fern
Hardiness Zones: 3 to 8
Height: 4 ft Spread: 2 ft
Type: herbaceous perennial
Comments: Lady Fern is relatively tolerant of sun and dry
soil as compared to many other ferns. Best growth will
occur in partial shade and a rich, moist soil. The plant
can be used as a ground cover.
Propagation: Propagation is by division.
Cultivars:
'Cristada' - A fine-textured plant that spreads slowly.
References for Cultivars: Walters Gardens 1997.
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