 Each flower and tree is interesting to see ~ watch closely as each unfolds.
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Athyrium (Lady Fern)
Spread via a creeping rhizome. Can be divided when well established. Fertilize during the growing season once a month with a high nitrogen fertilizer. Will grow in most soils, but prefer average to rich, moist but well-drained media. It is a good idea to add humus and to mulch generously. Well-drained, moist, humus rich soil.
CULTIVATION: Moist, fertile, humus rich, neutral to acidic soil, enriched with leaf mold or compost.
PROPAGATION: Sow spores as soon as ripe. Plants grown from spores show variable coloration. Hybrids freely with other sthyriums. Divide in spring.
PESTS AND DISEASES: Prone to rust.
A. filix-femina
| Zone: 4 - 9 - Heat: 9 - 1 |
Shade/Part Shade. |
| Height: 2 - 4 feet |
Width: 24 - 36 inches |
| Bloom Time: Foliage |
Bloom Color: Foliage |
| Location: Rear left river birch |
Planted: 2003, and April 2004 |
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