Coville's Lip Fern
Myriopteris Covillei
Overview
Myriopteris covillei, or Coville's Lip Fern, is a petite North American native, ideal for rock gardens or shaded areas. Its fronds reach up to 10 inches in length, displaying a bluish-green hue with a delicate texture. Hardy in USDA zones 8-10, it thrives in well-drained soil with light to full shade, requiring minimal water once established. Its compact growth habit brings understated elegance and drought tolerance to diverse landscaping designs.
Sun Half, ShadeWater MediumZones 8–8Type Fern
Culture
- Sun
- Half, Shade
- Water
- Medium
- USDA zones
- 8–8
Shape & size
- Mature height
- 6–12 Inches
- Mature width
- 1–1.5 Ft.
Classification
- Type
- Fern
- Family
- Pteridaceae
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