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Jurassic™ Pterodactyl Eared Lady Fern
Athyrium otophorum
Pronunciation: uh-THEE-ree-um oh-toh-FOR-um
SKU #41367
LIGHT:
Full shade, Partial shade
WATER:
Keep soil evenly moist.
SIZE:
Reaches 18 in. tall and wide.
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| Description | Add airy, feathery texture to a shady spot with the arching fronds of this clump-forming fern. Pale green fronds unfurl from red stems, creating a two-toned look with the older, dark-green foliage. Excellent in a woodland garden combined with bold-leaved plants such as hostas and brightly colored heucheras. An herbaceous perennial. |
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| Bloom Time | Prized for foliage |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Herbaceous |
| Special Features | Easy Care |
| Problems/Solutions | Deer Resistant, Rabbit Resistant, Very Wet Areas |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Landscape Use | Border |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Companion Plants | Coral Bells (Heuchera); Lungwort (Pulmonaria); Hosta (Hosta); Ligularia (Ligularia); Bleeding Heart (Dicentra) |
| Care Instructions | Provide organically rich, well-drained soil. Water regularly to maintain evenly moist soil. Mulch with compost to retain soil moisture. Cut back old fronds after new growth begins in spring. Divide clumps every 2 to 3 years. |
Details
| Description | Add airy, feathery texture to a shady spot with the arching fronds of this clump-forming fern. Pale green fronds unfurl from red stems, creating a two-toned look with the older, dark-green foliage. Excellent in a woodland garden combined with bold-leaved plants such as hostas and brightly colored heucheras. An herbaceous perennial. |
|---|---|
| Bloom Time | Prized for foliage |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Herbaceous |
| Special Features | Easy Care |
| Problems/Solutions | Deer Resistant, Rabbit Resistant, Very Wet Areas |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
Style
| Landscape Use | Border |
|---|---|
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Companion Plants | Coral Bells (Heuchera); Lungwort (Pulmonaria); Hosta (Hosta); Ligularia (Ligularia); Bleeding Heart (Dicentra) |
Care
| Care Instructions | Provide organically rich, well-drained soil. Water regularly to maintain evenly moist soil. Mulch with compost to retain soil moisture. Cut back old fronds after new growth begins in spring. Divide clumps every 2 to 3 years. |
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Frequently asked questions
Does Jurassic™ Pterodactyl Eared Lady Fern produce flowers?
Prized for foliage
Is Jurassic™ Pterodactyl Eared Lady Fern evergreen or deciduous?
Jurassic™ Pterodactyl Eared Lady Fern is Herbaceous.
What are the special features of Jurassic™ Pterodactyl Eared Lady Fern?
Jurassic™ Pterodactyl Eared Lady Fern is Easy Care.
Is Jurassic™ Pterodactyl Eared Lady Fern resistant to pests or animals?
Deer Resistant, Rabbit Resistant, Very Wet Areas
How fast does Jurassic™ Pterodactyl Eared Lady Fern grow?
Jurassic™ Pterodactyl Eared Lady Fern has a Moderate growth rate.
Where can I use Jurassic™ Pterodactyl Eared Lady Fern in my landscape?
Jurassic™ Pterodactyl Eared Lady Fern is suitable for: Border.
What color is the foliage of Jurassic™ Pterodactyl Eared Lady Fern?
Jurassic™ Pterodactyl Eared Lady Fern has Green foliage.
What plants grow well with Jurassic™ Pterodactyl Eared Lady Fern?
Good companion plants for Jurassic™ Pterodactyl Eared Lady Fern include: Coral Bells (Heuchera); Lungwort (Pulmonaria); Hosta (Hosta); Ligularia (Ligularia); Bleeding Heart (Dicentra).
How do I care for Jurassic™ Pterodactyl Eared Lady Fern?
Provide organically rich, well-drained soil. Water regularly to maintain evenly moist soil. Mulch with compost to retain soil moisture. Cut back old fronds after new growth begins in spring. Divide clumps every 2 to 3 years.
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We have been pioneers and craftsmen in the art of growing plants for 100 years. Since our founding in Southern California by Harry E. Rosedale, Sr. in 1926, we have been absolutely dedicated and obsessed with quality.
We have been pioneers and craftsmen in the art of growing plants for nearly 100 years. Since our founding in Southern California by Harry E. Rosedale, Sr. in 1926, we have been absolutely dedicated and obsessed with quality.