Non-native plants this species can replace:
- English ivy, Common ivy (Hedera helix)
Common Name
Marginal wood fern
Plant Form
Fern & Fern Allies
Duration
Perennial
Max Height (ft)
3.0
Width (ft)
2.0 -
3.0
Growth Rate
Medium
Region
Coastal
Piedmont
Mountain
Hardiness Zone
5,
6,
7,
8,
9
Rabbit resistant
Yes
Commercially Available
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Habitat
Woodland fern which is most often found in shaded crevices of rocky ledges and bluffs. Does not spread; hardy. It prefers moist, rich, humusy, acidic soils with protection from wind
Wildlife value
It provides year-round cover near the ground. Deer will browse the plant, but it is seldom damaged by deer. Its parts are used in songbird nest construction.
Additional Notes
Tolerates Heavy shade
Evergreen
Yes
Light Requirements
Partial sun
Shade
Moisture Requirements
Moist
Soil Texture
Clay
High organic matter
Loamy
Low Maintenance
Yes
Deer Resitant
Yes
Tolerates