Sensitive Fern

Onoclea Sensibilis

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

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) — Known for its sensitivity to frost; fern for half or shade

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Sensitive Fern (Onoclea Sensibilis) — particularly its propensity to wither at the first hint of frost

Sensitive Fern (Onoclea Sensibilis) — The fronds arise singularly from creeping

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Sensitive Fern (Onoclea Sensibilis) — Known for its sensitivity to frost

Sensitive Fern (Onoclea Sensibilis) — Sensitive Fern (Onoclea sensibilis) is a deciduous perennial thriving in USDA Zones 4-8; known for its sensitivity to

Sensitive Fern (Onoclea Sensibilis) — releasing their spores in the following spring.<br><br>Ideal for USDA hardiness zones 3 to 8; sensitive Fern (Onoclea

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Sensitive Fern (Onoclea Sensibilis) — best suited for moist zones of your landscape and can create a lush

Sensitive Fern (Onoclea Sensibilis) — The fertile fronds are much smaller, non-green, and have a striking bead-like appearance; prehistoric ambiance in any

Sensitive Fern (Onoclea Sensibilis) — Known for its sensitivity to frost; fern for half or shade, image 54

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Sensitive Fern (Onoclea Sensibilis) — pale green fronds that can reach lengths of 18 to 24 inches

Sensitive Fern (Onoclea Sensibilis) — scientifically known as Onoclea sensibilis

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Sensitive Fern (Onoclea Sensibilis) — The fronds arise singularly from creeping; is a deciduous fern indigenous to swampy forests and wetlands of, image 66

Sensitive Fern (Onoclea Sensibilis) — Unlike many other ferns, its fertile fronds differ from its sterile fronds

Sensitive Fern (Onoclea Sensibilis) — Preferring partial to full shade, it flourishes in moist, rich soil; best suited for moist zones of your, image 52

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