Asplenum nidus--Bird's Nest Fern
Comments: Bird's Nest Fern (Vis. 1) is moderately easy to Nest Fern prefers higher humidity and the leaves turn Propagation: Propagation is by spores. grow and tolerates low light situations. Do not expose the plant to strong, direct sun and keep ... [... more]
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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 ... [... more]
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Adiantum raddianum--Maidenhair Fern
Comments: Maidenhair Fern is not easily grown by the Propagation: Propagation is by division. First remove average indoor gardener. The plant grows best in diffused, bright light but not strong sunlight or dense shading. Strong light scorches the ... [... more]
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Adiantum pedatum--American Maidenhair Fern
Height: 18 in Spread: 12 in Comments: This hardy fern is native to North America. Provide a shaded growing area with a rich, well-drained, alkaline, soil. Maintain an adequately moist soil. The fronds (Vis. 1) are supported by nearly black stems ... [... more]
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Matteuccia struthiopteris (M. pennsylvanica)--Ostrich Fern
Height: 6 ft Spread: 24 in Comments: This is an elegant fern, that will grow in sun Propagation: Division or shade but does require a moist soil, especially if grown in the sun. It may be a suitable choice for wet areas. The large leaves (Vis. 1) ... [... more]
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Nephrolepsis--Sword Fern
Comments: Sword Ferns (Vis. 1) are hard to grow. They like Keep the soil evenly moist at all times. Use a weak liquid Ideal temperatures are between 55 and 70 degrees but always Propagation: Propagation is by division in spring or by medium light ... [... more]
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