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Athyrium felix femina – Lady Fern

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Size

,

Common Name

Type

Family

Native Range

Northern temperate regions

Zone

4, 5, 6, 7, 8

Height Range (ft.)

1.00 to 3.00

Spread (ft.)

1.00 to 2.50

Bloom Time

Bloom Description

Non-Flowering

Sun

Water

Flower

Maintenance

Suggested Use

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Athyrium felix femina – Lady Fern

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Athyrium filix-femina – Lady Fern is a graceful, shade-loving fern with finely divided, feathery green fronds. Perfect for woodland gardens, borders, or naturalized plantings, it thrives in moist soils, brightens shaded areas, and requires minimal care.

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Additional information

Size

,

Common Name

Type

Family

Native Range

Northern temperate regions

Zone

4, 5, 6, 7, 8

Height Range (ft.)

1.00 to 3.00

Spread (ft.)

1.00 to 2.50

Bloom Time

Bloom Description

Non-Flowering

Sun

Water

Flower

Maintenance

Suggested Use

Product Description

Add elegance and soft texture to your shaded garden with Athyrium filix-femina, commonly known as Lady Fern. This graceful, deciduous fern is prized for its finely divided, feathery green fronds that create a delicate, airy look in woodland gardens, shaded borders, or naturalized plantings. Its upright, arching habit and bright green foliage make it a standout in any low-light area. Thriving in moist, well-drained soils, Lady Fern is a versatile, low-maintenance choice that brings timeless beauty and texture to your landscape.

Why Choose Lady Fern?

  • Elegant Foliage: Finely divided, feathery fronds add a soft, graceful texture to shaded spaces.
  • Shade-Loving: Thrives in partial to full shade, brightening low-light areas of the garden.
  • Low Maintenance: Adapts to a variety of soils, is drought-tolerant once established, and requires minimal care.
  • Eco-Friendly: A native species that supports natural ecosystems and helps stabilize soil.

Cultivation Tips

  • Sunlight Needs: Prefers partial to full shade; avoid direct sunlight to prevent leaf scorching.
  • Soil Preferences: Thrives in moist, well-drained soils enriched with organic matter but tolerates a range of conditions.
  • Watering Requirements: Keep soil consistently moist, especially during dry periods, but avoid waterlogged areas.
  • Spacing: Plant 18-24 inches apart to allow for its arching growth habit and to create a lush, layered look.

Design Ideas for Your Garden

Lady Fern is perfect for adding texture and movement to shaded borders, woodland gardens, or areas near water features. Use it as a backdrop for shade-loving perennials like Foamflowers, Hostas, or Coral Bells. Its fine-textured fronds create a beautiful contrast when paired with broader-leafed plants. Lady Fern is also ideal for naturalizing under trees or along shaded pathways, creating a serene and tranquil atmosphere in any garden.

Ecological Benefits

Athyrium filix-femina supports native ecosystems by improving soil health, stabilizing moisture levels, and providing habitat for small wildlife. Its low-maintenance nature makes it a sustainable choice for eco-friendly gardens and naturalized landscapes.

Enhance your garden with the timeless beauty and ecological benefits of Athyrium filix-femina – Lady Fern. This graceful native fern adds texture, softness, and low-maintenance elegance to your shaded spaces.

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