Athyrium filix-femina Dre’s Dagger
Criss-cross Lady Fern |
USDA Zone: 4-9 |
Plant number: 9.015.070
(='Cruciato-crisatum') Lady Ferns were very popular in Victorian times, when hundreds of named selections existed. This form has narrow pointed fronds with a forked tip, the frilly leaflets intricately criss-crossed and facing backwards like herring bones. Makes a medium sized mound. Nice towards the front of a moist woodland border. An easy fern, with a non-spreading habit. Leaves may be trimmed to the ground in late fall or early spring. Plants are easily divided in spring, every 3-4 years. Deciduous.
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Athyrium filix-femina Dre’s Dagger
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Height 40-45 cm 16-18 inches
Spread 30-45 cm 12-18 inches
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Disclaimer: This information is presented for reference only. This plant is not currently part of our Heritage Perennials lineup.
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