Southern Wood Fern
Thelypteris normalis
SKU
0511
Elegant southern American native fern. Easily adapts to a variety of soils in warmer winter climates. Produces light green upright fronds on an open fountain shaped plant. Spreads by rhizomes into colonies. Excellent choice for shaded foundation planting, and beds under established shade trees. Naturalizes with other understory natives in wild gardens. Equally at home in wet or dry shade. Semi-evergreen or herbaceous. Fast growing to about 3 feet tall and as wide. Non-hardy.
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8 - 10 Change
Full shade, Partial shade
Water regularly - weekly, or more often in extreme heat.
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| Botanical Pronunciation | the-LIP-ter-is |
|---|---|
| Average Size at Maturity | Quickly reaches 3 ft. tall and wide. |
| Bloom Time | Prized for foliage. |
| Deciduous/ Evergreen | Deciduous |
| Foliage Color | Light Green |
| Garden Style | Asian/Zen, Cottage, Rustic, Tropical |
| Growth Habit | Fountain |
| Growth Rate | Fast |
| Landscape Use | Border, Erosion Control, Mass Planting, Rock Garden, Woodland Garden, Dry Shade |
| Light Needs | Full shade, Partial shade |
| Soil Needs | All-Purpose Plant Food |
| Special Feature | Easy Care, Gift Plant, North American Native Selection, Shade Loving, Fast Growing |
| Water Needs | Moderate |
| Watering Needs | Water regularly - weekly, or more often in extreme heat. |
| Key Feature | Woodland Garden Plant |
Thrives in moist, humus-rich, slightly acidic soils. Water deeply and regularly during the first growing season to establish an extensive root system; once established, prefers regular moisture but tolerates drier soils. Fertilize frequently during growing season. Cut back old fronds after new growth begins in spring.
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