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Lustrous shiny leaf fern adds an elegant look to shaded gardens. Dark green fronds are evenly colored with frosted reverse along a rusty brown stem. Particularly beautiful when fronds unfurl. A reliable fine textured fern for smaller settings to fill out scant plantings. Plant in masses for groundcover particularly beautiful under flowering shrubs. Well sized for containers. Herbaceous. Shade or part shade. Slow growing to 2 feet tall and wide. Hardy.

Performance and Requirements

Light needs: Partial to full shade

Watering Needs: Needs wet or constantly moist soil.

Growth Rate: Slow Growing

Care Information

Follow a regular watering schedule during the first growing season to establish a deep, extensive root system. Feed frequently during growing season with a general purpose fertilizer. Cut back old fronds after new growth begins in spring.