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Sensitive Fern

Onoclea Sensibilis

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Overview

Sensitive Fern (Onoclea sensibilis) is a deciduous perennial thriving in USDA Zones 4-8. Preferring partial to full shade, it flourishes in moist, rich soil. This fern exhibits a unique, coarse texture with each frond reaching 18-24 inches in height and spread. Known for its sensitivity to frost, the fern's vivid green fronds add a lush, delicate character to shade gardens, naturalized areas, or alongside water features.

Sun Half, ShadeWater Extra in Summer, HighZones 3–8Type Fern
Sensitive Fern (Onoclea Sensibilis) — is a deciduous fern indigenous to swampy forests and wetlands of North America; it possesses a unique charm
Sensitive Fern (Onoclea Sensibilis) — prehistoric ambiance in any garden.<br><br>This species is termed "sensitive" due to its delicate nature, image 62Sensitive Fern (Onoclea Sensibilis) — best suited for moist zones of your landscape and can create a lush; it\'s deer-resistant, which can be an addedSensitive Fern (Onoclea Sensibilis) — The fern has a distinctive appearance; the fertile fronds are much smaller, non-green, and have a striking bead-likeSensitive Fern (Onoclea Sensibilis) — the fern's vivid green fronds add a lush; or alongside water features, image 55Sensitive Fern (Onoclea Sensibilis) — It\'s deer-resistant, which can be an added advantage in areas frequented by wildlife; pale green fronds that can reachSensitive Fern (Onoclea Sensibilis) — adding a touch of elegance and lushness while also being low maintenance and adaptable; scientifically known as Onoclea+87

Culture

Sun
Half, Shade
Water
Extra in Summer, High
USDA zones
3–8

Shape & size

Mature height
3–4 Ft.
Mature width
3–4 Ft.

Classification

Type
Fern
Family
Onocleaceae

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Sensitive Fern (Onoclea Sensibilis) — is a deciduous fern indigenous to swampy forests and wetlands of North America; it possesses a unique charm
Sensitive Fern (Onoclea Sensibilis) — prehistoric ambiance in any garden.<br><br>This species is termed "sensitive" due to its delicate nature, image 62
Sensitive Fern (Onoclea Sensibilis) — best suited for moist zones of your landscape and can create a lush; it\'s deer-resistant, which can be an added
Sensitive Fern (Onoclea Sensibilis) — The fern has a distinctive appearance; the fertile fronds are much smaller, non-green, and have a striking bead-like
Sensitive Fern (Onoclea Sensibilis) — the fern's vivid green fronds add a lush; or alongside water features, image 55
Sensitive Fern (Onoclea Sensibilis) — It\'s deer-resistant, which can be an added advantage in areas frequented by wildlife; pale green fronds that can reach
Sensitive Fern (Onoclea Sensibilis) — adding a touch of elegance and lushness while also being low maintenance and adaptable; scientifically known as Onoclea
Sensitive Fern (Onoclea Sensibilis) — delicate character to shade gardens
Sensitive Fern (Onoclea Sensibilis) — The fertile fronds are much smaller, non-green, and have a striking bead-like appearance; prehistoric, image 70
Sensitive Fern (Onoclea Sensibilis) — non-branching rhizomes that prefer a rich; the fronds arise singularly from creeping
Sensitive Fern (Onoclea Sensibilis) — non-branching rhizomes that prefer a rich; the fronds arise singularly from creeping, image 67
Sensitive Fern (Onoclea Sensibilis) — Unlike many other ferns, its fertile fronds differ from its sterile fronds; the fern's vivid green fronds add a lush
Sensitive Fern (Onoclea Sensibilis) — adding a touch of elegance and lushness while also being low maintenance and adaptable; scientifically known, image 73
Sensitive Fern (Onoclea Sensibilis) — It possesses a unique charm; non-branching rhizomes that prefer a rich, image 60
Sensitive Fern (Onoclea Sensibilis) — adding a touch of elegance and lushness while also being low maintenance and adaptable
Sensitive Fern (Onoclea Sensibilis) — fern for half or shade; releasing their spores in the following spring.<br><br>Ideal for USDA hardiness zones 3 to 8
Sensitive Fern (Onoclea Sensibilis) — particularly its propensity to wither at the first hint of frost, image 63
Sensitive Fern (Onoclea Sensibilis) — The fertile fronds are much smaller, non-green, and have a striking bead-like appearance
Sensitive Fern (Onoclea Sensibilis) — prehistoric ambiance in any garden.<br><br>This species is termed "sensitive" due to its delicate nature
Sensitive Fern (Onoclea Sensibilis) — This fern exhibits a unique, coarse texture with each frond reaching 18-24 inches in height and spread; and damp
Sensitive Fern (Onoclea Sensibilis) — The fern has a distinctive appearance
Sensitive Fern (Onoclea Sensibilis) — or alongside water features
Sensitive Fern (Onoclea Sensibilis) — This fern exhibits a unique, coarse texture with each frond reaching 18-24 inches in height and spread
Sensitive Fern (Onoclea Sensibilis) — delicate character to shade gardens; the fern has a distinctive appearance
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