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FERNS Spring 2008
ADIANTUM 31460 Adiantum pedatum - Maidenhair Fern — (-40°F, USDA Zones 3-8) Deciduous.With lances haped fronds that can get up to 14" long, this fern reaches 12-20" in height. These fronds reach out on glossy, dark brown to black stalks. A beautiful textural contrast to your other shade plants. Native to NE America. 1 GALLON $12.95 ARACHNIODES 30951 Arachniodes simplicior - Variegated Shield Fern — (-10°F, USDA Zones 6-9) Semievergreen. This is an attractive fern with its glossy green fronds which have a soft yellow band on each side of the midrib. Grows well in a shady location or in a container. Shows well in shade. 1 GALLON $15.95 ASPLENIUM 30165 Asplenium scolopendrium - Hart’s Tongue Fern — (-10°F, USDA Zones 6-8) Syn. Phyllitis scolopendrium. Evergreen. Although naturally occurring in many areas, this medium sized fern prefers lime rich soil in moist sites. The uncut fronds are 8-28" in length and maintain a very dressy appearance for months. It is a good, solid filler for flower arrangments.1 GALLON $12.95 ATHYRIUM 30439 Athyrium filix-femina - Lady Fern — (-30°F, USDA Zones 4-9) Deciduous.This delicate lady creates a vertical effect with finely divided fronds that are narrow at the bottom and spreading on top. Although deciduous in most climates, fronds should be left on during the winter to protect new spring growth before being cut back in the spring. A wonderful plant for damp, shaded areas. Reaches about 4' height, 2-3' width. 31901 Athyrium filix-femina ‘Lady In Red’ — Syn. Athyrium filix-femina var. angustum. Light green, lacy foliage stands upright on dark red-violet stems. This slowly spreading fern will reach 3' in 5 years. 1 GALLON $14.95 30747 Athyrium filix-femina ‘Vernoniae Cristatum’ — This crested variety grows to 2' tall. Though vigorous, it is a delicate looking fern. The fronds are graceful with overlapping fern leaflets that end in slender tassels. 2 GALLON $24.95 32133 Athyrium filix-femina ‘Victoriae’ - Victorian Lady Fern — This most unusual fern, from the Victorian era, is very difficult to describe. It has narrow pinnae that are tufted at their terminal ends and each is held in its own space out from the stem. However described, it is a unique and beautiful addition to any shade area. 1 GALLON $15.95 30808 Athyrium nipponicum var. pictum - Japanese Painted Fern — (-20°F, USDA Zones 5-8) Deciduous. This is a lovely fern for a shaded spot. Young fronds are a soft gray-green with burgundy ribs. As the plant matures to 18" tall, the fronds become attractively patterned with variegation of silvery blue and green. A deciduous, tough ground cover, native to SE Asia. CONT $7.95, 1 GALLON $17.95 32196 Athyrium nipponicum var. pictum ‘Applecourt’ — This is a crested form of the colorful Japanese painted fern. The crested fronds give the plant a lacy, fuller look than the species. It will be an outstanding addition to any garden. 1 GALLON $14.95 30996 Athyrium otophorum — (-20°F, USDA Zones 5-8) Deciduous. Native to SE Asia, this fern has fairly broad, deltoid fronds with dark green segments and reddish to purplish stems. Prefers shady locations with humus rich soil. 1 GALLON $14.95 32043 Athyrium x ‘Ghost’ — Deciduous. This hybrid fern has wonderful silvery, formal, upright foliage with contrasting deep red-purple midribs. It will be about 30" high. This should be a great companion to Athyrium nipponicum var pictum ‘Burgundy Lace’. 1 GALLON $14.95 BLECHNUM 31053 Blechnum penna-marina — (-10°F, USDA Zones 6-9) Evergreen. This fern is a fast grower and can tolerate sun in good growing conditions. It prefers to be in a shady spot with humus rich soil. Would be good as groundcover as it has a tendency to creep. Will be 4-8" in height and significantly more in spread. 1 GALLON $18.95 31480 Blechnum spicant - Deer Fern — (-20°F, USDA Zones 5-8) Evergreen. A native to the Northwest, occurring naturally in forests and on rock ledges. Produces sterile fronds that are narrow, spreading and 1-3' tall, and fertile fronds that are stiff and upright with widely spaced leaflets. 1 GALLON $12.95 CYRTOMIUM 30596 Cyrtomium caryotideum - Dwarf Holly Fern — (-10°F, USDA Zones 6-10) Evergreen. Eye catching, leathery, rich green fronds reach 12". Compact and hardy, this fern is equally at home in containers or in the ground. Excellent for growing among rocks. Prefers acid, humus rich soil and a partially shady location. Native to SE Asia. 1 GALLON $15.95 31004 Cyrtomium fortunei - Fortune’s Holly Fern — (-10°F, USDA Zones 6-10) Semievergreen. Native to the Orient, this dwarf fern, which grows 12-16", is similar to C. falcatum, with slimmer, more upright fronds that develop a unique pattern of overlapping scales on the segments. Does well in filtered light and acid rich soil. 1 GALLON $14.95 DRYOPTERIS Dryopteris affinis - Scaly Male Fern — (-30°F, USDA Zones 4-8) Syn. D. pseudomas. Semievergreen. The foliage is medium green with fronds that are densely decorated with coppery scales in the spring. Prefers cool climates but tolerates more sun and wind than other species. Compact growth to 2' x 3' wide. Native Europe to Himalayas.*32408 Dryopteris affinis ‘Cambrensis’ — Beautiful, upright fern with a ‘leather’ appearance to the fronds. Does well in shade, but will adapt to sunnier locations. 2 GALLON $27.95 31689 Dryopteris affinis ‘Cristata’ — Syn. ‘Cristata the King’. Has arching fronds, 4-6'' across, with crested tips. This very handsome form adapts well to the mixed border. 1 GALLON $15.95 *32409 Dryopteris bissetiana — (-25°F, USDA Zones 5-8) Evergreen. This interesting green fern for shade has the look of embossing on the upper side of the fronds. It grows to 1 1/2' high by about 1' wide. 1 GALLON $14.95 30594 Dryopteris cycadina - Shaggy Shield Fern — (-20°F, USDA Zones 5-10) Syn. D. atrata. Semievergreen. Prolific, long, slender black scales cover the stems and undersides of the stalks in this species. It grows 8-16" and prefers abundant moisture with well-drained soil and shady to partly sunny conditions. Native to SE Asia. 1 GALLON $15.95, 2 GALLON $22.95 Dryopteris dilatata - Broad Buckler Fern — (-20°F, USDA Zones 5-8) Syn. D. austriaca. Deciduous. Deep, dark green foliage. Broadly triangular, lance shaped fronds give it a delicate, finely textured appearance. Can reach 4-5' height in favorable conditions. Like most ferns, this one prefers moist, loamy soils and a shady to partly sunny location. Native worldwide. The right plant to make a statement. 31005 ‘Dryopteris dilatata Jimmy Dyce’ — Densely growing to 36" x 48" wide, evergreen or semi-evergreen. The overlapping fronds have a wavy, crumpled appearance. 1 GALLON $15.95 30907 Dryopteris dilatata ‘Recurvata’ — Funnel shaped, this fern is usually deciduous, dying back with cooler weather. Fronds are broadly triangular to lance shaped and dark green. Midribs and stalks are covered in dark brown scales. 1 GALLON $14.95 30484 Dryopteris erythrosora - Autumn Fern — (-10°F, USDA Zones 6-9) Evergreen.Special for its autumn coloring, this fern will grow in almost any soil with good drainage. Preferring semi-shady conditions, it can grow in deep shade to sunny areas. Polished, loosely spreading, 18" blades, open to rich coppery-gold, orange or red shades and eventually turn deep green. Excellent border fern. Native to Japan. 1 GALLON $14.95 Dryopteris filix-mas - Male Fern — (-30°F, USDA Zones 4-8) Deciduous.A real garden favorite due to its ease of cultivation and its large variations in form. Growth slows in autumn and will generally die back for a spurt of new growth in spring. Needs filtered light and neutral to acidic humus rich soil. Grows 2-5' high. Native to Europe, Asia and North America. 31168 Dryopteris filix-mas ‘Crispatissima’ — Compact growth to 12-15". Crested fronds crisscross one another for a different look. Medium green foliage. 2 GALLON $31.95 32115 Dryopteris formosana - Limelight Wood Fern — (-20°F, USDA Zones 5-9) Semievergreen. New growth is bright yellow green developing an arching habit to 15-30". 1 GALLON $27.95 30952 Dryopteris lepidopoda — (-30°F, USDA Zones 4-9) Semievergreen. This is a fern of mountainous areas with broad, lance shaped blades. The coiled, young fronds, or fiddleheads, are covered with small, dark brown or black scales. The young fronds emerge a coppery-bronze and mature to dark green, 12-24". Prefers loamy, acid soil and filtered light. 1 GALLON $15.95 32198 Dryopteris pseudo-filix-mas - Mexican Male Fern — (-20°F, USDA Zones 5-8) Semievergreen. Erect fronds to 4’ that was introduced by the New York Botanical Garden from Mexico. This fern is from high altitude areas where there is lots of moisture in Mexico. 1 GALLON $15.95 30257 Dryopteris remota — (-30°F, USDA Zones 4-9) Semievergreen.Finely dissected, lacy fronds to 3' wide have broad, pointed outlines with umber colored scales. Horizontally arching. Can self sow in good conditions. 1 GALLON $31.95, 2 GALLON $37.95 32410 Dryopteris sieboldii - Siebold’s Wood fern — (10°F, USDA Zones 8-10) Nice blue-green to pale green fronds with a long terminal and prominate veins. It growns 1-2' and prefers a shady location. 1 GALLON $14.95 Dryopteris wallichiana - Wallichs Wood Fern — (-20°F, USDA Zones 5-10) Semievergreen. Forms clumps with fronds of 2-3' in length. Spring growth is golden-yellow, highlighting the black scales. The Himalayan native prefers shade. 32126 Dryopteris wallichiana ssp. nepalensis ‘Molton Lava’ — (-30°F, USDA Zones 4-8) This is a striking large growing fern. Its green fronds have stems that turn chocolate brown as it ages. It will grow to 3-4' with an upright arching habit. 1 GALLON $15.95 MATTEUCCIA 30437 Matteuccia struthiopteris - Ostrich Fern — (-40°F, USDA Zones 3-8) Syn. M. pennsylvanica. Deciduous. Spreading by means of vigorous rhizomes, the fronds rise from a crown to form a vase shape. In the center of the tall sterile fronds, shorter fertile fronds arise much darker in color, creating a vivid contrast. Easy to grow, requiring partial shade and sufficient moisture. Grows to 5' high and 3' wide. Native to N. America, Europe and Asia. CONT $5.95 **32341 Matteuccia struthiopteris Jumbo’ — Now even cold climate gardeners can greet barbecue guests with a "Welcome to the Jungle!" Just in case the species was not big enough here is a larger form of this very hardy fern. Companion planted with Colocasia and Calla lilies will create a tropical looking haven. Is that a warthog in the shadows? 1 GALLON $14.95 OSMUNDA 30746 Osmunda cinnamomea - Cinnamon Fern — (-30°F, USDA Zones 4-8) Deciduous. In the wild, this fern enjoys the moist woodland or the edges of a stream bank and will grow equally well in a moist area of your garden. In spring beautiful fronds unfold cinnamon colored and mature to soft green. It will grow to about 2' with upright fronds. Spreads very slowly. Native to eastern North America. 1 GALLON $15.95 32199 Osmunda claytoniana - Interrupted Fern — (USDA Zones 3-9) Deciduous. A Large fern with green fronds to 40". The fern’s name comes from the spore leaflets that form mid-frond, considerably smaller in size than a sterile leaflet, that give the appearance of an interruption in the frond. Shade to part sun, or even full sun with constant moisture. 1 GALLON $15.9530745 Osmunda regalis - Royal Fern — (-50°F, USDA Zones 2-10) Deciduous. he name royal fits this fern perfectly. Planted where it gets ample water, it will grow 10-12' tall with fronds 3' wide. Regal! In poor conditions, it will grow to 2' tall and still be a royal looking fern. The young, stout, orange-brown stems unfold early in the spring much like flowers. Sometimes called flowering fern. Native to temperate and subtropical regions. 1 GALLON $15.95, 2 GALLON $15.95 32102 Osmunda regalis ‘Purpurascens’ — (-40°F, USDA Zones 3-9) This purple stemmed beauty will grow to 3-6'. Its purple-red new growth and fronds that have tassel like tips make this a good compliment to Osmunda regalis. This fern really likes moisture. 1 GALLON $15.95 POLYSTICHUM 30436 Polystichum acrostichoides - Christmas Fern — (-20°F, USDA Zones 5-9) Evergreen.A particularly attractive plant, the young fronds have a silvery finish making a striking contrast with the bold green of the mature fronds. Growing to a stature of 2-3', this fern is most happy in moist, shady locations. 1 GALLON $17.95, 2 GALLON $24.95 30208 Polystichum munitum - Western Sword Fern — (-40°F, USDA Zones 3-8) Evergreen. Stately in appearance, this native of western North America forms 2-4', leathery fronds of rich green. Hardy and cold tolerant. Plant in humus-rich, acidic soil in partial to fully shaded locations. CONT $5.95, 1 GALLON $10.95 30804 Polystichum polyblepharum - Japanese Tassel Fern — (-10°F, USDA Zones 6-9) Evergreen. Native to the Orient, this fern is easy to grow in the shade with plenty of humus. It will form a nice rosette of shiny dark green fronds with the younger ones paler in color. Grows 2-3' tall with 3' spread. 1 GALLON $17.95 Polystichum setiferum - Soft Shield Fern — (-10°F, USDA Zones 6-9) Evergreen. This fern has soft, dark green fronds in a ‘shuttlecock’ arrangement. Lobes are toothed and stalked, angled to the point of attachment. Prefers semi-shade and moist soil. Grows to 4' tall. Native to Europe. 31603 Polystichum setiferum ‘Divisilobum’ — Gorgeous, with large, finely cut fronds looking like light green mossy feathers. Young fronds as they unfurl are dressed overall with silvery white scales. A happy, well established plant may get as large as 4-5' across. Evergreen. 1 GALLON $15.95 31431 Polystichum setiferum ‘Rotundatum Cristata’ — (-5°F, USDA Zones 6-9) At all stages of growth this is a very respectable looking fern with rounded segments that can get to 5' in height in the wild, although this is rarely seen. It has a soft green color making the fronds look almost velvet in texture. This particular form of fern is more unusual than the species. 1 GALLON $12.95 WOODWARDIA 30560 Woodwardia fimbriata - Giant Chain Fern — (0°F, USDA Zones 7-10) Evergreen. Broad, triangular coarse fronds and airy upright habit. Great masses of dark green spring from a basal clump and grow to 5' or more. This fern needs plenty of room to grow. Prefers moist soil but doesn’t thrive in extremely wet conditions. May plant in full sun and it will create quite a show. Protect from high winds. 1 GALLON $18.95 Return to PLANTS 03/24/2008 |
