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Tatting Fern
Athyrium filix femina 'Frizelliae'
Pronunciation: a-THEE-ree-um FY-liks FAY-mee-nuh friz-EL-ee-ay
SKU #40083
LIGHT:
Full shade, Partial shade
WATER:
Keep soil evenly moist.
SIZE:
Moderate growing; reaches 9 to 12 in. tall, 12 to 18 in. wide.
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| Description | Unique dwarf variety with narrow, long fronds that have ball-like pinnae along their midribs, resembling a string of beads. Easy to grow and perfect for shaded woodland gardens, border fronts or trough gardens. Highly effective along streams or ponds. Thrives in deep shade. Deciduous. |
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| Bloom Time | Prized for foliage. |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Deciduous |
| Special Features | Easy Care, Waterwise, Compact Form |
| Problems/Solutions | Deer Resistant, Erosion Control, Rabbit Resistant, Very Wet Areas |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Landscape Use | Border, Container, Ground Cover, Edging |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Companion Plants | Coral Bells (Heuchera); Astilbe (Astilbe); Hosta (Hosta); Lungwort (Pulmonaria); Bleeding Heart (Dicentra) |
| Care Instructions | Provide organically rich, well-drained soil. Water regularly to maintain evenly moist soil; tolerates drier soils once established, but best with consistent moisture. Feed frequently during growing season with a general purpose fertilizer. Cut back old fronds after new growth begins in spring. Divide clumps every 2 to 3 years. |
| History | G |
| Lore | Most plants in the species Athyrium filix-femina are evergreen, and commonly called lady fern, however the unique ball-like pinnae attached to the midrib of each frond resemble that of a string of beads gave rise to the common name of Tatting Fern for this deciduous cultivar. The genus name Athyrium comes from Greek athyros meaning doorless in reference to the slowly opening hinged indusia (spore covers). |
Details
| Description | Unique dwarf variety with narrow, long fronds that have ball-like pinnae along their midribs, resembling a string of beads. Easy to grow and perfect for shaded woodland gardens, border fronts or trough gardens. Highly effective along streams or ponds. Thrives in deep shade. Deciduous. |
|---|---|
| Bloom Time | Prized for foliage. |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Deciduous |
| Special Features | Easy Care, Waterwise, Compact Form |
| Problems/Solutions | Deer Resistant, Erosion Control, Rabbit Resistant, Very Wet Areas |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
Style
| Landscape Use | Border, Container, Ground Cover, Edging |
|---|---|
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Companion Plants | Coral Bells (Heuchera); Astilbe (Astilbe); Hosta (Hosta); Lungwort (Pulmonaria); Bleeding Heart (Dicentra) |
Care
| Care Instructions | Provide organically rich, well-drained soil. Water regularly to maintain evenly moist soil; tolerates drier soils once established, but best with consistent moisture. Feed frequently during growing season with a general purpose fertilizer. Cut back old fronds after new growth begins in spring. Divide clumps every 2 to 3 years. |
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History
| History | G |
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| Lore | Most plants in the species Athyrium filix-femina are evergreen, and commonly called lady fern, however the unique ball-like pinnae attached to the midrib of each frond resemble that of a string of beads gave rise to the common name of Tatting Fern for this deciduous cultivar. The genus name Athyrium comes from Greek athyros meaning doorless in reference to the slowly opening hinged indusia (spore covers). |
Frequently asked questions
Does Tatting Fern produce flowers?
Prized for foliage.
Is Tatting Fern evergreen or deciduous?
Tatting Fern is Deciduous.
What are the special features of Tatting Fern?
Tatting Fern is Easy Care, Waterwise, Compact Form.
Is Tatting Fern resistant to pests or animals?
Deer Resistant, Erosion Control, Rabbit Resistant, Very Wet Areas
How fast does Tatting Fern grow?
Tatting Fern has a Moderate growth rate.
Where can I use Tatting Fern in my landscape?
Tatting Fern is suitable for: Border, Container, Ground Cover, Edging.
What color is the foliage of Tatting Fern?
Tatting Fern has Green foliage.
What plants grow well with Tatting Fern?
Good companion plants for Tatting Fern include: Coral Bells (Heuchera); Astilbe (Astilbe); Hosta (Hosta); Lungwort (Pulmonaria); Bleeding Heart (Dicentra).
How do I care for Tatting Fern?
Provide organically rich, well-drained soil. Water regularly to maintain evenly moist soil; tolerates drier soils once established, but best with consistent moisture. Feed frequently during growing season with a general purpose fertilizer. Cut back old fronds after new growth begins in spring. Divide clumps every 2 to 3 years.
What is the history of Tatting Fern?
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