Athyrium filix-femina (Western Lady Fern)
The tallest of our native deciduous ferns, this statuesque species reaches 3-5 ft. in the growing season, then "rests" unseen all winter.
Its bright green fronds emerge from a shared base, rising upward more than outward and featuring delicate diamond-shaped leaves. Best in deep to partial shade and humus- or compost-rich soils that retain moisture well.
Pair it with native and water-wise perennials & grasses (search "categories" in this sale), as well as native shrubs such as Low Oregon-grape and Osoberry.
The tallest of our native deciduous ferns, this statuesque species reaches 3-5 ft. in the growing season, then "rests" unseen all winter.
Its bright green fronds emerge from a shared base, rising upward more than outward and featuring delicate diamond-shaped leaves. Best in deep to partial shade and humus- or compost-rich soils that retain moisture well.
Pair it with native and water-wise perennials & grasses (search "categories" in this sale), as well as native shrubs such as Low Oregon-grape and Osoberry.
The tallest of our native deciduous ferns, this statuesque species reaches 3-5 ft. in the growing season, then "rests" unseen all winter.
Its bright green fronds emerge from a shared base, rising upward more than outward and featuring delicate diamond-shaped leaves. Best in deep to partial shade and humus- or compost-rich soils that retain moisture well.
Pair it with native and water-wise perennials & grasses (search "categories" in this sale), as well as native shrubs such as Low Oregon-grape and Osoberry.