{"title":"Ferns and Allies","description":"\u003cp\u003eIf you are looking for a fern plant, Plant Delights Nursery has a large selection of deer resistant ferns native from North America to Asia. In fact, our garden has the most diverse collection of outdoor ferns in the world (1,000 taxa) and because we grow most of our ferns from spores here at the nursery, we also have one of the largest offerings of hardy fern plants for sale in the world. We have small ferns like an 8\" \u003ca title=\"Blechnum (Deer Fern) for sale\" href=\"\/collections\/blechnum\"\u003eblechnum\u003c\/a\u003e (Deer Fern) and large ferns like a 50\" \u003ca title=\"dryopteris\" href=\"\/collections\/autumn-fern-male-fern-wood-fern-dryopteris\"\u003edryopteris\u003c\/a\u003e (Autumn Fern), and all sizes in between. Our collection is so large in fact, that fern plant taxonomists at Duke University came to Plant Delights to collect and \u003ca title=\"Article about Duke University's fern study at Plant Delights Nursery, opens in a new window\" href=\"https:\/\/today.duke.edu\/2010\/05\/barcode.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eDNA barcode them all\u003c\/a\u003e for an academic study.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eFerns and other non-flowering vascular plants (fern allies) are mostly shade loving perennials that look great in a woodland garden. Ferns for shade are perfect companions to \u003ca title=\"Hostas for Sale\" href=\"\/collections\/hosta-plant-blue-variegated-large-small-miniature-plantain-lily\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehostas\u003c\/a\u003e, and most hardy fern plants and fern allies are deer-resistant and thrive with consistent moisture.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eBut just because the plant is a fern does not automatically make it a shade plant. Some fern plants grow in full sun and are known as \"dryland or sun ferns.\" We have several genera of dryland sun ferns including \u003ca title=\"Astrolepis\" href=\"\/collections\/astrolepis-sun-fern\"\u003eastrolepis\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca title=\"Cheilanthes\" href=\"\/collections\/cheilanthes-sun-fern-lip-fern\"\u003echeilanthes\u003c\/a\u003e, notholaena, and pellaea.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eWe also carry exotic deciduous and evergreen ferns from our overseas plant hunting expeditions as well as the best native ferns...all nursery propagated. If deer are a problem, add ferns to your garden as they are great deer-resistant perennials. The wonderful architecture and muted colors of ferns make them great groundcovers as well as excellent companion plants for other native shade plants like \u003ca title=\"polygonatum\" href=\"\/collections\/polygonatum-solomons-seal\"\u003epolygonatum\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca title=\"heuchera\" href=\"\/collections\/coral-bells-heuchera-varieties\"\u003eheuchera\u003c\/a\u003e, and \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/sedge-carex-grass\"\u003ecarex\u003c\/a\u003e. And the evergreen ferns look great all year round.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eWhen you are ready to buy deciduous or \u003ca title=\"Shop our evergreen ferns\" href=\"\/collections\/evergreen-perennials\"\u003eevergreen ferns\u003c\/a\u003e for your woodlands garden, check out our list of fern plants for sale.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eCheck out our \u003ca title=\"Article on Matteuccia struthiopteris 'The King'\" href=\"https:\/\/www.plantdelights.sbs\/blogs\/articles\/ostrich-fern-matteuccia-struthiopteris\"\u003earticle on Matteuccia struthiopteris 'The King'\u003c\/a\u003e or Tony's many \u003ca title=\"blog posts about ferns\" href=\"https:\/\/blog.jlbg.org\/?s=fern\u0026amp;submit=Search\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eblog posts about ferns\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Grow Ferns\u003c\/h2\u003e\r\n\u003ch3\u003eHow Much Water?\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eFern plants look their best with regular watering. Drought will tend to make the fronds look ratty but those can be pruned. Most fern plants are drought tolerant once established (especially the sun ferns), but a few (e.g., Sensitive fern) are not and need to be planted in a moist location to thrive.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003ch3\u003eHow Much Sun?\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eMost fern plants are woodland plants and prefer dappled sun or partial sun but not deep shade. If they must be exposed to full sun for part of the day, then morning-time sun is better than afternoon sun. The notable exception of course are the sun ferns which prefer full baking sun in a rock garden.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003ch3\u003eFern Soil Requirements\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eMost fern plants prefer compost-rich, loose soil with mulch on top. A few ferns are epiphytes (a plant that grows on another plant) and can grow in the cracks in walls, or on tree branches...notably \u003ca title=\"lepisorus\" href=\"\/collections\/lepisorus\"\u003elepisorus\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca title=\"pyrrosia\" href=\"https:\/\/www.plantdelights.sbs\/collections\/plants-named-after-animals\"\u003epyrrosia\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003ch3\u003eFertilizing Fern Plants\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eWhile fern plants prefer rich soil, they do not need high levels of synthetic fertilizer. Simply apply a shovel full of compost near them once a year and they will be happy.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003ch3\u003eFern Winter Care\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eDo not prune your old fern fronds until very late winter (March). They will provide a winter blanket for the crown of the plant.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003ch3\u003eFerns as House Plants\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eWhile we specialize in ferns for the garden, you can easily grow our fern plants as houseplants too. Just remember that ferns like more humidity than most houses provide so you will want to mist them daily or keep them in your bathroom near the sink or shower. If you find mealy bugs you can spray the plants with water to remove them. The best ferns for indoors are: \u003ca title=\"adiantum\" href=\"\/collections\/adiantum-maidenhair-fern\"\u003eadiantum\u003c\/a\u003e, pteris, \u003ca title=\"dryopteris\" href=\"\/collections\/autumn-fern-male-fern-wood-fern-dryopteris\"\u003edryopteris\u003c\/a\u003e, phlebodium, davallia and \u003ca title=\"blechnum\" href=\"\/collections\/blechnum\"\u003eblechnum\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003ch3\u003eFern Herbicide sensitivity\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eFerns have shallow roots and thin skins and thus are very sensitive to spray herbicides. Even a small whiff can kill a fern, so be judicious with the Roundup around your ferns.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003ch3\u003ePropagating Ferns\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eOnce your clump gets large enough it is very easy to divide the clump to produce more ferns. If you are careful and patient, you can also collect the spores and grow them into new ferns, but that process requires careful attention to detail takes the better part of a year to complete. Collect the spores. Remove all the chaff. Sprinkle them into a pot and keep the soil moist and the air very humid until the gametophytes form...these look like fingernail sized leaves on the soil surface. Then splash a little water on the surface of the gametophyte to allow egg and sperm to be released and to mix. Continue to keep the pot moist for several months until the baby ferns start to grow off the surface of the gametophytes. Voila! Keep an eye out for fungal rot which frequently occurs when the air is too still and humid for too long. Tricky, but do-able.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003ch3\u003eAre Ferns Edible?\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eSome ferns have edible parts and others are poisonous so take care. The newly growing fronds are called fiddleheads and in the spring when they are 1\"-2\" tall, you can harvest certain species of fern fiddleheads and steam or boil them thoroughly to break down toxins and then saute them with lemon and butter. They are considered an ephemeral spring delicacy. Try Lady fern (\u003cem\u003eAthyrium filix-femina\u003c\/em\u003e), Ostrich fern (\u003cem\u003eMatteuccia struthiopteris\u003c\/em\u003e), and Cinnamon fern (\u003cem\u003eOsmunda cinnamomea\u003c\/em\u003e) fiddleheads. The bracken fern is also edible but may be carcinogenic in high doses. Many ferns contain thiaminase so they are best cooked thoroughly to break it down and then eaten in small amounts to avoid beriberi. A few ferns have edible roots too. \u003cem\u003ePolypodium glycyrrhiza\u003c\/em\u003e from the northwest US has a root that is chewed to release a sweet licorice flavor. Several tropical ferns such as \u003cem\u003eNephrolepis cordifolia\u003c\/em\u003e produce edible 'tubers' that are more nutritious than potatoes.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"osmunda-spectabilis","title":"Osmunda spectabilis","description":"\u003cp\u003eAmerican Royal fern, Osmunda spectabilis, is truly one of the most distinctive and spectacular, bold-textured, deciduous native ferns. The light green, leathery leaves give a very tropical appearance. With adequate moisture, royal fern can reach 6' tall x 3' wide, but 3' tall is more typical. The fertile fronds of the royal fern are brazenly exposed in public and appear as bronze spears emerging from the center of the clump in spring.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWatch our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=chcELIkNhTQ\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ePlant Spotlight\u003c\/a\u003e video for more information.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Plant Delights Nursery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":21000033029,"sku":"158","price":22.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1527\/8799\/files\/Osmunda-spectabilis.i-158.s-68597.r-1.jpg?v=1790018575"},{"product_id":"polystichum-acrostichoides","title":"Polystichum acrostichoides","description":"\u003cp\u003ePolystichum acrostichoides is a wonderful, easy-to-grow, deer-resistant US native (Minnesota south to Florida) with sturdy, dark, evergreen fronds emanating from a central point, making a 2' wide clump...particularly effective when used in drifts. The fronds first emerge upright, then flatten with age. Christmas fern (known in PC circles as the Seasonal Holiday Fern) is one of the finest of all evergreen ferns and retains its attractive appearance all winter...simply superb for woodland gardens, especially those with deep shade areas!\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eMaintenance:\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eChristmas fern is a maintenance free, evergreen perennial that requires little if any care in the garden. Since Polystichum acrostichoides holds onto its leaves for several years, the old ones will eventually degrade. In nature this needs no assistance, but in the garden, these may be removed to improve the plants appearance. Do not ever remove the current year foliage, since this will kill the plant.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003ch3\u003eGrowing Conditions:\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003ePolystichum acrostichoides prefers average to slightly dry soil with good drainage. It will not survive in soils that remain waterlogged. Acidic soils to pH's near neutral are fine.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eChristmas fern is very shade tolerant, to all but the very darkest sites. It also has a bit of tolerance to sun, but this should be limited to 1-2 hours.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003ch3\u003eGarden Value:\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eEvergreen groundcovers which do not spread or require maintenance are invaluable in the woodland garden, and Christmas fern provides both. Ferns provide a wonderful textural contrast between bolder textured plants like \u003ca title=\"hosta\" href=\"https:\/\/www.plantdelights.sbs\/collections\/hosta-plant-blue-variegated-large-small-miniature-plantain-lily\"\u003ehosta\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca title=\"asarum\" href=\"https:\/\/www.plantdelights.sbs\/collections\/asarum-wild-ginger-plant-hexastylis\"\u003easarum\u003c\/a\u003e, and Solomon's seal.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Plant Delights Nursery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":21000215813,"sku":"295","price":23.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1527\/8799\/files\/Polystichum-acrostichoides.i-295.s-62132.r-1_ea837056-7323-482c-ba83-c33f948c2665.jpg?v=1790795861"},{"product_id":"adiantum-pedatum-northern-maidenhair-fern","title":"Adiantum pedatum","description":"\u003cp\u003eWithout a doubt, the widespread Adiantum pedatum (Canada south to Florida) is one of our most elegant North American native ferns. The horizontal horseshoe-like wreath of foliage rests atop 18-24\" tall, wiry black stems. Northern maidenhair fern thrives in moist, rich soil, but also grows well in all but the driest of woodland garden sites. The light, airy, fine texture of the fronds serves as a perfect backdrop for hostas and other bold foliage plants. In early April, this deciduous native fern unfurls for a true Kodak moment. In 10 years, expect a 2' wide deer-resistant clump. In the 1900s, it was used medicinally to treat arthritis, asthma, nasal congestion, wound bleeding, and to cleanse and condition shiny hair...better plant several clumps.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eGrowing Conditions\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eNorthern maidenhair fern prefers a cool, moist soil, but thrives in hot, humid climates as long as the soil doesn't stay dry for extended periods. This North American native often occurs naturally on calcium-rich soils, although they also perform well in woodland garden conditions on slightly acidic soils. They prefer light, open shade and do not thrive well in either part of full sun conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003ch3\u003eGarden Maintenance\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eBecause it's deciduous, it really doesn't require any garden maintenance since it dies back to the ground on its own in fall. There are not any significant pest issues for this and most other maidenhair ferns. If you continue to plant in your shade garden throughout the fall and winter, be sure to mark your clumps while they are in foliage to keep from losing track of them while they are dormant.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003ch3\u003eNomenclature\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eAdiantum pedatum is often confused with Adiantum aleuticum, which has a more Northerly distribution as well as being most prevalent in the US Pacific Northwest.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eWatch our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/youtube.com\/shorts\/lim3J8rxb48\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ePlant Spotligh\u003c\/a\u003et video for more information.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Plant Delights Nursery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":21000236485,"sku":"320","price":23.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1527\/8799\/files\/Adiantum-pedatum.i-320.s-62079.r-1.jpg?v=1790941328"},{"product_id":"dryopteris-ludoviciana-large-ferns","title":"Dryopteris ludoviciana","description":"\u003cp\u003eDryopteris ludoviciana is a stately, semi-evergreen, clumping fern, native to the southeastern US, that makes a wonderful addition to the woodland garden. The shiny but leathery 3' tall fronds form a striking upright architectural specimen in the garden. Despite being native to swamps, Dryopteris ludoviciana has performed admirably for us in normal garden conditions, but also has a good tolerance for alkaline conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e ","brand":"Plant Delights Nursery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":21000452613,"sku":"611","price":24.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1527\/8799\/files\/Dryopteris-ludoviciana.i-611.s-66635.r-1_f24c875b-ca29-457d-a7e7-1a6de265a8b0.jpg?v=1791372132"},{"product_id":"thelypteris-kunthii","title":"Thelypteris kunthii","description":"\u003cp\u003e(aka: Pelazoneuron kunthii, Thelypteris normalis) The robust Thelypteris kunthii is one of our favorite Southeast US \u003ca title=\"native ferns\" href=\"https:\/\/www.plantdelights.sbs\/collections\/fern-plant-hardy-ferns-perennial-outdoor-garden\"\u003enative ferns\u003c\/a\u003e and certainly one of the most durable ferns we grow. Native to swamps and streambanks from SC west to Texas, the large, light green triangular fronds of abundant maiden fern are produced all summer, and contrast nicely with the near white stipes (stems) that support them. The slowly rhizomatous, deer-resistant, winter-deciduous Thelypteris kunthii spreads nicely to make incredible masses. Not only does abundant maiden fern grow in light, open shade, but it grows even better for us in full, baking sun, as long as the soil doesn't get extremely dry. We think everyone should have an abundance of maidens throughout their garden.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWatch our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/youtube.com\/shorts\/UBAwnZ_N8nk\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ePlant Spotlight\u003c\/a\u003e video for more information.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Plant Delights Nursery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":21000553221,"sku":"764","price":18.4,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1527\/8799\/files\/Thelypteris-kunthii.i-764.s-68608.r-1.jpg?v=1791197631"},{"product_id":"dryopteris-erythrosora-autumn-fern","title":"Dryopteris erythrosora","description":"\u003cp\u003eDryopteris erythrosora is one of the most popular and widely grown hardy ferns in the country. This favorite evergreen fern is prized for its 2' long, very dark green triangular fronds and striking new foliage of red and bronze. We love scattering these 2' wide clumpers throughout the woodland garden as a background for hostas and other bold textured woodland plants.\u003c\/p\u003e ","brand":"Plant Delights Nursery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":21000630661,"sku":"858","price":17.6,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1527\/8799\/files\/Dryopteris-erythrosora.i-858.s-65778.r-1.jpg?v=1791485401"},{"product_id":"polystichum-polyblepharum-tassel-fern","title":"Polystichum polyblepharum","description":"\u003cp\u003ePolystichum polyblepharum is probably the most attractive fern we grow, so why is it so hard to describe? The dark, evergreen, plasticillate (made that one up) foliage arches out from a central crown, forming a 2' wide, deer-resistant clump. Each frond is a lacily-cut artistic masterpiece...this sounds pretty syrupy, doesn't it? Actually, the species name \"polyblepharum\" means \"many eyelashes\"...does that help? How about saying: \"Korean tassel fern is just one of the best damn ferns you will ever buy!\"\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eMaintenance:\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eTassel Fern requires no maintenance in the garden in terms of cutbacks or divisions. Clumps can thrive for decades with no care as long as they are planted in the right conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003ch3\u003eGrowing Conditions:\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003ePolystichum polyblepharum prefers a rich, compost enhanced soil, although it will grow fine in less than ideal conditions. It is not particular about moisture, and will tolerate a fairly dry site. It will not, however, tolerate sites with waterlogged soils.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eTassel fern is a shade plant that thrives in both full and light shade, but does not have any tolerance for exposure to full sun.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003ch3\u003eGarden Value:\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eTassel fern provides a wonderful textural contrast to bolder textured woodland perennials, and looks great all winter long.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Plant Delights Nursery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":21000994821,"sku":"1266","price":18.4,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1527\/8799\/files\/Polystichum-polyblepharum.i-1266.s-60972.r-1_22901c8d-f907-426b-8ac1-393500258596.jpg?v=1791903918"},{"product_id":"osmunda-cinnamomea-cinnamon-fern","title":"Osmunda cinnamomea","description":"\u003cp\u003e(aka: Osmundastrum cinnamomeum) The deciduous US native Osmunda cinnamomea can be found in every state east of the Mississippi River...and Texas and Oklahoma. The stately, upright, 3' tall clumps of osmunda thrive in moist soils but also grow well under typical garden conditions...a great large foil in woodland settings. The fertile fronds of Osmunda cinnamomea arise in spring just above the sterile foliage as phallic, cinnamon-colored spikes in the center of the clump. In moist soils, a happy clump of cinnamon fern can reach 3' tall x 3' wide, although very old clumps in ideal conditions have been known to reach 6'...one of our finest US native plants. Recent DNA work shows that Osmunda cinnamomea is only distantly related to other osmunda ferns like Osmunda regalis and some taxonomists have moved it to another genus, Osmundastrum.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eMaintenance:\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eCinnamon fern requires no maintenance in the garden as long as it's planted in the proper location.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003ch3\u003eGrowing Conditions:\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"Cinnamon fern\" href=\"https:\/\/www.plantdelights.sbs\/collections\/osmunda-cinnamon-fern\"\u003eCinnamon fern\u003c\/a\u003e prefers a moist to seasonally waterlogged soils. Although it is also tolerant of garden soils with average to slightly dry soils, it will not grow nearly as tall. Although typically found in light shade to dense woodlands, it will grow fine in a few hours of full sun as long as the soil moisture is good.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003ch3\u003eGarden Value:\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eCinnamon fern is incredibly stunning as a specimen plant, especially when the fertile fronds arise from the center of the clump in early spring. After that, its size makes it a great textural background for other plant which emerge later.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003ch3\u003eNatural Impact:\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eCinnamon fern is quite deer resistant, so is a great choice for the garden where deer pressure is a concern.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Plant Delights Nursery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":21001048965,"sku":"1366","price":22.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1527\/8799\/files\/Osmunda-cinnamomea.i-1366.s-66688.r-1_165000a1-22e1-4d0b-a216-c04b49ce6589.jpg?v=1791903270"},{"product_id":"arachniodes-simplicior-variegata","title":"Arachniodes simplicior Variegata","description":"\u003cp\u003eArachniodes simplicior 'Variegata' is a fabulous 18\" tall x 18\" wide evergreen fern that features a wide streak of yellow down the center of each plastic-textured leaf. Arachniodes simplicior 'Variegata' is reliably hardy in zone 7, although the new growth emerges very late (reports indicate success in parts of zone 6). East Indian holly fern is the one garden fern that visitors to your woodland garden will absolutely drool over, so invite a crowd of folks over if you're having a drought.\u003c\/p\u003e ","brand":"Plant Delights Nursery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":21001073925,"sku":"1428","price":24.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1527\/8799\/files\/Arachniodes-simplicior-Variegata.i-1428.s-61389.r-1.jpg?v=1790356339"},{"product_id":"polystichum-setiferum-divisilobum","title":"Polystichum setiferum Divisilobum","description":"\u003cp\u003ePolystichum setiferum 'Divisilobum' is an easy-to-grow selection of soft shield fern with very dissected foliage, producing a delicately lacy appearance. The semi-evergreen foliage on this 18\" tall x 30\" wide clumper remains looking good until spring. The arching growth habit makes a mass planting in the woodland look truly spectacular! 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The low, spreading habit of Selaginella uncinata and the semi-evergreen metallic aquamarine foliage, overlaid on a green background, are sure to make visitors stop to admire this gem. The foliage color is best after the new fluorescent blue growth emerges in late spring. We have been thrilled with the performance of peacock moss in winter hardiness trials in western Michigan, where many years of temperatures to -15F have proven no problem.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eMaintenance:\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eSelaginella uncinata is an evergreen maintenance free perennial groundcover. About the only thing we ever do is trim the winter tattered foliage to the ground before the new growth begins in spring.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003ePeacock spikemoss fern roots down as it grows, so is easy to transplant to new locations. This can be done anytime the ground isn't frozen.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003ch3\u003eGrowing Conditions:\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003ePeacock moss grows well in both light open shade and part day full sun as long as the ground is reasonably moist.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003ch3\u003eGarden Value:\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eThe foliage color of peacock spikemoss fern makes an amazing foil for a number of other plants, while keeping weeds at bay.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Plant Delights Nursery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":21001095301,"sku":"1451","price":23.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1527\/8799\/files\/Selaginella-uncinata.i-1451.s-64467.r-1.jpg?v=1792174139"},{"product_id":"selaginella-braunii-arborvitae-fern","title":"Selaginella braunii","description":"\u003cp\u003e(aka: Lycopodioides braunii) Selaginella braunii isn't a fern or an arborvitae, but instead is a member of an obscure plant gang known as the spikemosses. 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The easy-to-grow, deer-resistant South China native, Selaginella braunii, is a textural garden highlight alongside bolder foliage like hosta, Solomon's seal, and ajuga.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWatch our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/Y5wwrd2D4a0?si=rxC_vniUZJRtq5kH\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ePlant Spotlight\u003c\/a\u003e video for more information. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Plant Delights Nursery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":21001120517,"sku":"1506","price":24.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1527\/8799\/files\/Selaginella-braunii.i-1506.s-65879.r-1_84b5fa4b-f094-46ca-a39a-7f644d79dee2.jpg?v=1785864277"},{"product_id":"pyrrosia-lingua-corymbifera","title":"Pyrrosia lingua Corymbifera","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis rare crested form of the tongue fern is among the most beautiful of the ferns we grow. Each dark green cardboard-textured frond, which emerges from the thin surface-growing rhizome, looks like a reindeer head after a bad experience with a four-wheel drive pickup...nice antlers, but sort of twisted out of shape. Grow this evergreen fern in a well-drained site on a slope for best performance.\u003c\/p\u003e ","brand":"Plant Delights Nursery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":21001120901,"sku":"1507","price":24.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1527\/8799\/files\/Pyrrosia-lingua-Corymbifera.i-1507.s-65061.r-1_0345d7f2-5d94-4667-91da-84d72bb7599d.jpg?v=1791485439"},{"product_id":"dryopteris-goldieana","title":"Dryopteris goldieana","description":"\u003cp\u003eDryopteris goldieana is one of the largest of the US native (Minnesota south to Alabama) evergreen wood ferns. Shaggy brown fiddleheads unfurl in spring, transforming into 4' long, dark green fronds. 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In a container, Pyrrosia polydactyla makes a superb and very easy-to-grow houseplant.\u003c\/p\u003e ","brand":"Plant Delights Nursery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":21024468677,"sku":"2145","price":24.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1527\/8799\/files\/Pyrrosia-polydactyla.i-2145.s-20132.r-1_e995261b-2676-4ddd-91ed-1579a40cead0.jpg?v=1791890529"},{"product_id":"asparagus-cochinchinensis-grahams-cracker","title":"Asparagus cochinchinensis Grahams Cracker","description":"\u003cp\u003eAsparagus cochinchinensis 'Graham's Cracker' is a truly superb 2015 Plant Delights\/JLBG introduction from NC gardener Graham Ray, who originally purchased this dwarf seedling from Plant Delights. We thought this was a selection of Asparagus densiflorus, but recent DNA testing showed it actually is Asparagus cochinchinensis, which makes it reliable throughout Zone 5. Asparagus 'Graham's Cracker' makes a very tight, upright, 15\" tall x 15\" wide clump...a splendid rock garden specimen. For us, Asparagus 'Graham's Cracker' is tardily deciduous, turning a beautiful shade of gold before going dormant, but it should remain evergreen in warmer climates.\u003c\/p\u003e ","brand":"Plant Delights Nursery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":21024472901,"sku":"2154","price":19.2,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1527\/8799\/files\/Asparagus-cochinchinensis-Grahams-Cracker.i-2154.s-67885.r-1.jpg?v=1790086128"},{"product_id":"dryopteris-filix-mas-barnesii","title":"Dryopteris filix mas Barnesii","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis selection of the deer-resistant, deciduous male fern was selected for its very narrow fronds, upright growth habit, square pinnules (green segments that make up the leaf) and ease of growth. Male fern grows equally as well in acid or slightly alkaline soils...plant one near a lady fern, put on some Celine Dion, and get out the binoculars!\u003c\/p\u003e ","brand":"Plant Delights Nursery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":21024481925,"sku":"2180","price":22.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1527\/8799\/files\/Dryopteris-filix-mas-Barnesii.i-2180.s-60841.r-1.jpg?v=1788200622"},{"product_id":"dryopteris-affinis-the-king","title":"Dryopteris affinis The King","description":"\u003cp\u003eIs this a macho hardy fern or what? Dryopteris 'The King' is a remnant from England's Victorian fern craze that makes a superb garden specimen to 30\" tall x 30\" wide. The broad, semi-evergreen, rich green fronds boast petticoats on both the end of each pinnae and the end of each frond. Imagine a king with that many petticoats and without a wife...hmmm. Regardless, Dryopteris 'The King' is a great deer-resistant specimen fern for that prized spot in the woodland garden.\u003c\/p\u003e ","brand":"Plant Delights Nursery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":21024577413,"sku":"2257","price":22.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1527\/8799\/files\/Dryopteris-affinis-The-King.i-2257.s-62291.r-1_c5521b8b-cc80-4528-b44d-39bfbce25576.jpg?v=1774550488"},{"product_id":"athyrium-filix-femina","title":"Athyrium filix femina","description":"\u003cp\u003eAthyrium filix-femina is an easy-to-grow, deer-resistant native fern that is adaptable to moist sunny gardens as well as dry shade. The 8\" wide upright light green fronds can reach 3' tall when happy. This clump forming fern is great when planted in mass as a backdrop for hostas in the woodland garden.\u003c\/p\u003e ","brand":"Plant Delights Nursery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":21024579397,"sku":"2260","price":21.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1527\/8799\/files\/Athyrium-filix-femina.i-2260.s-67144.r-1_aa5a720a-e1ef-48a4-9f9c-9a4bb419dacb.jpg?v=1791470635"},{"product_id":"athyrium-filix-femina-victoriae-lady-fern","title":"Athyrium filix femina Victoriae","description":"\u003cp\u003eConsidered the \"Queen of Ferns,\" this exquisite selection of the deciduous, deer-resistant lady fern was the pride and joy of the Victorian fern craze. The narrow pinnae of Athyrium 'Victoriae' are like little green boomerangs. As they are attached to each side of the stem, the effect is a three-dimensional stunner in the woodland garden. At the end of each pinna, the fronds are crested, adding to the exquisite beauty. For us, Athyrium 'Victoriae' forms an 18\" tall x 18\" wide clump.\u003c\/p\u003e ","brand":"Plant Delights Nursery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":21024638789,"sku":"2361","price":23.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1527\/8799\/files\/Athyrium-filix-femina-Victoriae.i-2361.s-63812.r-1.jpg?v=1791903639"},{"product_id":"dryopteris-crassirhizoma","title":"Dryopteris crassirhizoma","description":"\u003cp\u003e(syn: Dryopteris buschiana) Dryopteris crassirhizoma is a handsome, tall, Clark Gablesque, vase-shaped fern that usually forms a solitary crown and can reach 3' tall x 3' wide when happy. The semi-evergreen, deer-resistant, thick textured fronds of Dryopteris crassirhizoma give a very tropical appearance in the garden. 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This is truly a stunning \u003ca title=\"More hardy garden ferns\" href=\"https:\/\/www.plantdelights.sbs\/collections\/fern-plant-hardy-ferns-perennial-outdoor-garden\"\u003ehardy garden fern\u003c\/a\u003e!\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWatch our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/youtube.com\/shorts\/TbBajzkXQkU\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ePlant Spotlight\u003c\/a\u003e video for more information.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Plant Delights Nursery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":21025054981,"sku":"2966","price":22.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1527\/8799\/files\/Dryopteris-championii.i-2966.s-68295.r-1_f3f545b7-4667-4cb5-9c99-c2a6f5627c27.jpg?v=1790776551"},{"product_id":"selaginella-moellendorffii","title":"Selaginella moellendorffii","description":"\u003cp\u003e(aka: Kungiselaginella moellendorffii) This easy-to-grow small Chinese Selaginella moellendorffii has proven to be a reliable performer in our garden as well as a favorite with visitors. 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Each frond bears tiny plantlets (your new word for the day is \"gemmiferous\") that drop off and form new colonies where they land...great for a difficult site in the woodland garden!\u003c\/p\u003e ","brand":"Plant Delights Nursery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":21025238277,"sku":"3228","price":23.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1527\/8799\/files\/Selaginella-moellendorffii.i-3228.s-63950.r-1.jpg?v=1790338535"},{"product_id":"dryopteris-uniformis-cristata","title":"Dryopteris uniformis Cristata","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe common name of uniformed petticoat male fern creates interesting images of a \"fern in drag\". From mountainous woodlands of Asia comes this stunning crested form of Dryopteris uniformis, an easy-to-grow evergreen fern, which forms a medium-sized tight clump of 2' long, erect, dark fronds. The tip of each pinnae (leaflet) is, of course, a tiny petticoat. We've grown this in our woodland shade garden for over two decades...what a absolutely fantastic fern!\u003c\/p\u003e ","brand":"Plant Delights Nursery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":21025434437,"sku":"3516","price":22.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1527\/8799\/files\/Dryopteris-uniformis-Cristata.i-3516.s-66187.r-1_bfbf2082-99ec-45e8-8218-4c16d1a3c50b.jpg?v=1781886121"},{"product_id":"dryopteris-australis-wood-fern-large-ferns","title":"Dryopteris australis","description":"\u003cp\u003eDryopteris x australis is a very rare East Coast American native...a naturally-occurring hybrid between Dryopteris x celsa and Dryopteris ludoviciana. The growth habit is dramatically upright with large, coarse, dark green, semi-evergreen fronds...reminiscent of a giant Christmas fern plugged into an electrical outlet! This is a very structural, deer-resistant fern for the moist woodland garden, eventually making a clump 4'+ tall x 2' wide. Although Dryopteris x australis is very tolerant of dry sites, a nice damp piece of ground will produce really spectacular results. Due to its sterility, propagation is limited to divisions. 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Similar to Dryopteris wallichiana but larger and more welcoming of heat and humidity, Dryopteris pseudofilix-mas hails from the high, moist, mountain forests in Mexico and Guatemala where it's quite rare. Unlike most other male ferns, the Mexican male fern continues to produce new fronds all season instead of just a single spring flush. 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This hardy garden fern has more abundant and brighter-colored markings than most ladies of the evening...and is a whole lot cheaper!\u003c\/p\u003e ","brand":"Plant Delights Nursery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":21025683333,"sku":"3889","price":18.4,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1527\/8799\/files\/Athyrium-niponicum-Silver-Falls.i-3889.s-20792.r-1.jpg?v=1791398496"},{"product_id":"athyrium-niponicum-wildwood-twist-japanese-painted-fern","title":"Athyrium niponicum Wildwood Twist","description":"\u003cp\u003e(aka: Anisocampium niponicum) Athyrium niponicum 'Wildwood Twist' is a superb selection of the deer-resistant \u003ca title=\"More Japanese painted ferns\" href=\"https:\/\/www.plantdelights.sbs\/collections\/athyrium-lady-fern-japanese-painted-fern\"\u003eJapanese painted fern\u003c\/a\u003e from NC's own reclusive plant breeder, Thurman Maness (of lobelia fame). Athyrium 'Wildwood Twist' produces fronds which emerge a lovely silver-grey, although we haven't seen any sign of a twist...perhaps that's what Thurman did when he selected it. This 18\" tall x 3' wide clump is one of the most asked about selections of Japanese painted fern in our garden... most unusual and quite special... like Thurman. These plants are propagated by division to ensure uniformity.\u003c\/p\u003e ","brand":"Plant Delights Nursery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":21025685381,"sku":"3890","price":23.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1527\/8799\/files\/Athyrium-niponicum-Wildwood-Twist.i-3890.s-67605.r-1_eebcc4b5-e52b-4abf-97cd-7b042171d4e9.jpg?v=1790251240"},{"product_id":"asparagus-virgatus","title":"Asparagus virgatus","description":"\u003cp\u003eAsparagus virgatus is a South African broom fern that will really sweep you off your feet with its garden performance. 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If winter temperatures stay above 12 degrees F, the foliage should remain evergreen.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWatch our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/youtube.com\/shorts\/_rkj1EOf-Ls\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ePlant Spotlight\u003c\/a\u003e video for more information.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Plant Delights Nursery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":21025727749,"sku":"4033","price":25.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1527\/8799\/files\/Asparagus-virgatus.i-4033.s-66176.r-1.jpg?v=1790259707"},{"product_id":"thelypteris-beddomei-korean-traveler","title":"Thelypteris beddomei Korean Traveler","description":"\u003cp\u003e(aka: Amauropelta beddomei) Thelypteris beddomei is the Asian equivalent of the US native, Thelypteris noveboracensis. This marvelous, deciduous, deer-resistant fern makes an elegant groundcover to 6' wide in 4 years, admired by large numbers of our garden visitors. The 18\" tall x 3\" wide, finely cut, light-green fronds are held upright on the creeping rhizomes. Our 2005 Plant Delights\/JLBG introduction of Thelypteris beddomei 'Korean Traveler' is from spores from Korea's famed Cheju Island.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eNomenclature:\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eAmauropelta beddomei\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Plant Delights Nursery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":21026007429,"sku":"4547","price":18.4,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1527\/8799\/files\/Thelypteris-beddomei-Korean-Traveler.i-4547.s-67108.r-1.jpg?v=1791485594"},{"product_id":"dryopteris-erythrosora-var-prolifica-autumn-fern","title":"Dryopteris erythrosora var prolifica","description":"Dryopteris erythrosora var. prolifica is a unique lacy leaf form of the easy-to-grow and popular autumn fern. 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Nursery and subsequently named by Chelsea Physic Garden Curator and fern collector Thomas Moore. Adiantum x mairisii performs like a vigorous clone of southern maidenhair fern but with very good winter hardiness. Expect a 3' wide deer-resistant patch of 20\" tall, lacy maidenhair foliage in 5 years (NC). Our plants thrive in half day sun, as long as the ground doesn't stay bone dry.  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In 2000, Texas plantsman\/garden writer Scott Ogden took me to a road cut in Comal County, Texas (about 40 minutes south of the Austin city limits), where this tough fern was growing quite well in a sunny site among the beer cans and remains of slow armadillos. For us, Thelypteris ovata var. lindheimeri 'Austin City Limits' is one of the few ferns tolerant of full sun, where it makes a very attractive deer-resistant patch (5' wide in 5 years) of thick, 2' tall x 6\" wide, light green upright fronds. 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Well-drained soils are best since Cyrtomium lonchitoides often grows in the wild as a lithophyte (on rocks).\u003c\/p\u003e ","brand":"Plant Delights Nursery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":21026178181,"sku":"4873","price":18.4,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1527\/8799\/files\/Cyrtomium-lonchitoides.i-4873.s-68485.r-1_927a6b4f-0112-4f44-bf50-4239fe316ad4.jpg?v=1791485609"},{"product_id":"athyrium-filix-femina-lady-in-red","title":"Athyrium filix femina Lady in Red","description":"\u003cp\u003eAthyrium filix-femina 'Lady in Red' is a hot selection of our North American native, deer-resistant lady fern (Athyrium filix-femina var. angustum forma rubellum) from a volunteer at The New England Wildflower Society. The lacy, light green foliage is held upright on dark, brilliant red-violet stipes (fern stems). Each plant of Athyrium 'Lady in Red' makes a slowly spreading patch to 3' in 5 years. This deciduous, easy-to-grow fern makes a great blending plant for hosta and other bold-leaf plants in the woodland garden.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eMaintenance:\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eAthyrium 'Lady in Red' requires virtually no maintenance. As a deciduous fern, it dies back to the ground at first frost, so you can remove the old fronds when you rake leaves in fall. Since Lady in Red fern is a tight clumper, your plant will never need to be divided...unless you just want more to spread around.A clump should be able to be divided in 3-5 years of good garden conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003ch3\u003eGrowing Conditions:\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eAthyrium 'Lady in Red' prefers moist organic soils, although it's certainly tolerant of short term drought. If droughts last longer, the clump may go prematurely dormant, although it would take a very severe drought to cause lasting damage. Lady in Red fern thrives in both clay and sandy soil, although a humus-rich soil is preferred.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003ch3\u003eNomenclature:\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eSome taxonomist have now elevated Athyrium angustum to species status, compared to its previous status as a subspecies of Athyrium filix-femina.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003ch3\u003eNatural Impact:\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eBecause ferns don't flower, they aren't a draw for pollinators. 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From spores, we now have a stunning 6\" tall x 30\" wide evergreen patch in 15 years. The medium green leaves, which look as good in January as they do in June, form a thick patch above the slowly-spreading rhizomes. Polypodium vulgare 'Ulleung Island' is a fantastic deer-resistant, evergreen groundcover fern that needs to be grown in all woodland gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e ","brand":"Plant Delights Nursery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":21026417861,"sku":"5066","price":25.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1527\/8799\/files\/Polypodium-vulgare-Ulleung-Island.i-5066.s-19856.r-1_643b86a7-c773-4240-baa3-8a20d78d2497.jpg?v=1791901932"},{"product_id":"athyrium-niponicum-burgundy-lace-japanese-painted-fern","title":"Athyrium niponicum Burgundy Lace","description":"\u003cp\u003e(aka: Anisocampium niponicum) PP 15,072 expired. 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