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Fernbush

Chamaebatiaria Millefolium

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Overview

Fernbush (Chamaebatiaria millefolium), a hardy deciduous shrub growing 3-6 ft tall, is renowned for its fine, fern-like foliage and clusters of white, fragrant flowers blooming in summer. Preferring USDA zones 4-8, it thrives in full sun with well-draining soil. Drought-resistant once established, this low-maintenance plant is ideal for adding texture to water-wise gardens and attracting pollinators. It requires minimal pruning to maintain shape and health.

Sun FullWater Extra in Summer, Low, MediumZones 4–11Type ShrubClimate Arid, Temperate

Fernbush (Chamaebatiaria Millefolium) — a hardy deciduous shrub growing 3-6 ft tall

Culture

Sun: Full
Water: Extra in Summer, Low, Medium
USDA zones: 4–11

Shape & size

Classification

Type: Shrub
Family: Rosaceae
Climate: Arid, Temperate

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Fernbush (Chamaebatiaria Millefolium) — This versatile plant grows to an average size of 3 to 5 feet in both height and spread; which are a delight for

Fernbush (Chamaebatiaria Millefolium) — fragrant flowers blooming in summer

Fernbush (Chamaebatiaria Millefolium) — Fernbush is hardy and drought-tolerant once established

Fernbush (Chamaebatiaria Millefolium) — Preferring USDA zones 4-8, it thrives in full sun with well-draining soil

Fernbush (Chamaebatiaria Millefolium) — It prefers well-drained soils but can tolerate a range of soil types

Fernbush (Chamaebatiaria Millefolium) — It requires minimal pruning to maintain shape and health; or in a native plant garden

Fernbush (Chamaebatiaria Millefolium) — It requires minimal pruning to maintain shape and health

Fernbush (Chamaebatiaria Millefolium) — typically around July to August; this versatile plant grows to an average size of 3 to 5 feet in both height and spread

Fernbush (Chamaebatiaria Millefolium) — or in a native plant garden

Fernbush (Chamaebatiaria Millefolium) — renowned for its finely dissected leaves and fern-like appearance

Fernbush (Chamaebatiaria Millefolium) — scientifically known as Chamaebatiaria millefolium; a hardy deciduous shrub growing 3-6 ft tall

Fernbush (Chamaebatiaria Millefolium) — thriving in full sun to partial shade

Fernbush (Chamaebatiaria Millefolium) — typically around July to August

Fernbush (Chamaebatiaria Millefolium) — fern-like foliage and clusters of white

Fernbush (Chamaebatiaria Millefolium) — Preferring USDA zones 4-8, it thrives in full sun with well-draining soil; shrub with white blooms

Chamaebatiaria Millefolium

Chamaebatiaria Millefolium

Chamaebatiaria Millefolium

Chamaebatiaria Millefolium

Chamaebatiaria Millefolium

Chamaebatiaria Millefolium

Chamaebatiaria Millefolium

Chamaebatiaria Millefolium

Chamaebatiaria Millefolium

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Matt Lavin from Bozeman, Montana, USA, CC BY-SA 2.0 · source
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Chris Light, CC BY-SA 4.0 · source
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peganum from Small Dole, England, CC BY-SA 2.0 · source
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