Athyrium filix-femina 
(Lady Fern, Aspidium angustum, Athyrium angustum, Polypodium filix-femina)

Origin:  Native of United States
Family:  Dryopteridaceae
Light:  Part-full shade
Height:  1-3'
Spacing:  15-18"
Foliage:  Showy, deciduous, arching
Soil:  Well-drained, loose, loamy, acidic, neutral, moist, humus-rich, tolerates some drought
Water:  Moderate
Fertilizer:  Time Release during growing season, use half strength of that on label
Uses:  Ornamental, groundcover, foliage, accent, woodland setting, shade garden, mass plant, hanging basket, container
Propagation:  Spores, offsets/srootball divisions

Comments:  Athyrium filix-femina or Lady Fern or Aspidium angustum or Athyrium angustum or Polypodium filix-femina is a tall, deciduous perennial with a fast rhizomatous growth habit.  It is of native origin.  Athyrium filix-femina has lovely arching foliage.  It is easily propagated from spores, offsets or rootball divisions.  Lady Fern thrives best in well-drained, richly composted moist soil in a part to full shade environment. It loves high humidity and enjoys being misted on hot Summer days.  Aspidium angustum is low maintenance.  It is a fast grower and soon forms a nice colony.  Divide in Spring or all to prevent overcrowding.  Polypodium filix-femina goes dormant in Winter and reemerges in Spring with a stronger growth.  For added drama, mass plant in beds or under taller trees as eye-catching groundcovers.  Anthyrium filix-femina can also be container cultivated for the patio. Grow Aspidium angustum in a woodland setting for a delightful visual effect.  It is an attractive fern popularly cultivated by many hobbyists.

USDA Zones:  4-8

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