Southern Wood Fern

Thelypteris Normalis

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Overview

The Southern Wood Fern (Thelypteris kunthii), thrives in USDA zones 6-10 with a spread of 1.5-2 feet. It prefers part-shade to shade and moist, well-drained soil. This deciduous fern reaches up to 2-3 feet tall, flaunting lacy, bright green fronds. It's perfect for naturalized areas or shade gardens, providing a lush, textured ground cover. Hardy and low-maintenance, it complements woodland settings and pairs well with other shade-loving perennials.

Sun Full, HalfWater Extra in Summer, MediumZones 8–10Climate Subtropical, Temperate

Southern Wood Fern (Thelypteris Normalis) — The Southern Wood Fern (Thelypteris kunthii), thrives in USDA zones 6-10 with a spread of 1.5-2 feet

Southern Wood Fern (Thelypteris Normalis) — It prefers part-shade to shade and moist, well-drained soil

Southern Wood Fern (Thelypteris Normalis) — This deciduous fern reaches up to 2-3 feet tall, flaunting lacy, bright green fronds

Southern Wood Fern (Thelypteris Normalis) — It's perfect for naturalized areas or shade gardens, providing a lush, textured ground cover

Southern Wood Fern (Thelypteris Normalis) — Hardy and low-maintenance, it complements woodland settings and pairs well with other shade-loving perennials

Southern Wood Fern (Thelypteris Normalis) — Thelypteris kunthii (formerly known as Thelypteris normalis)

Southern Wood Fern (Thelypteris Normalis) — semi-evergreen fern that will imbue your landscape with an essence of woodland charm

Culture

Sun: Full, Half
Water: Extra in Summer, Medium
USDA zones: 8–10

Shape & size

Classification

Family: Polypodiaceae
Climate: Subtropical, Temperate

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Southern Wood Fern (Thelypteris Normalis) — The Southern Wood Fern (Thelypteris kunthii), thrives in USDA zones 6-10 with a spread of 1.5-2 feet

Southern Wood Fern (Thelypteris Normalis) — It prefers part-shade to shade and moist, well-drained soil

Southern Wood Fern (Thelypteris Normalis) — This deciduous fern reaches up to 2-3 feet tall, flaunting lacy, bright green fronds

Southern Wood Fern (Thelypteris Normalis) — It's perfect for naturalized areas or shade gardens, providing a lush, textured ground cover

Southern Wood Fern (Thelypteris Normalis) — Hardy and low-maintenance, it complements woodland settings and pairs well with other shade-loving perennials

Southern Wood Fern (Thelypteris Normalis) — Thelypteris kunthii (formerly known as Thelypteris normalis)

Southern Wood Fern (Thelypteris Normalis) — semi-evergreen fern that will imbue your landscape with an essence of woodland charm

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