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Dryopteris filix-mas ‘Barnesii’
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Dryopteris filix-mas ‘Barnesii’


Barnes’ Narrow Male Fern

 USDA Zone: 2-9

Plant number: 9.030.280


An excellent specimen fern for a moist woodland setting, forming a clump of delicate, upright fronds which have a slightly ruffled appearance. Plants are well-behaved and not at all invasive. Foliage is attractive all summer long, and may be used as greenery in flower arranging. Appreciates a mulch of leaves to retain moisture during the summer. Clumps may be easily divided in spring, every 3 to 4 years. Deciduous.

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Dryopteris filix-mas ‘Barnesii’


Optimal Growing
Conditions		 Appearance and
Characteristics
Sun Exposure
  Partial Shade or
  Full Shade
Soil Type
  Clay
Soil pH
  Neutral or
  Alkaline or
  Acid
Soil Moisture
  Average or
  Moist or
  Wet
Care Level
  Easy 		Flower Colour
Blooming Time
Foliage Color
  Deep Green
Plant Uses & Characteristics
  Accent: Good Texture/Form
  Attracts Butterflies
  Border
  Containers
  Cut Flower
  Deer Resistant
  Rabbit Resistant
  Massed
  Specimen
  Woodland
Height
   75-90 cm
   29-35 inches
Spread
   30-45 cm
   12-18 inches
Foot Traffic
   None
Growth Rate
   Medium