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New York Fern

Thelypteris Noveboracensis

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Overview

The New York Fern, Thelypteris noveboracensis, is a delicate, deciduous perennial boasting tapered, lance-shaped fronds, achieving lengths of 1-2 feet. This shade-loving native prefers moist, acidic soils in zones 4-8. Its clumping habit and vivid green color make it an excellent understory plant in woodland settings, providing a textured backdrop for other shade dwellers. Spread is moderate, with ferns colonizing gradually through rhizomes, ideal for naturalized areas.

Sun Half, ShadeWater Extra in Summer, High, MediumZones 5–10
New York Fern (Thelypteris Noveboracensis) — achieving lengths of 1-2 feet

Culture

Sun
Half, Shade
Water
Extra in Summer, High, Medium
USDA zones
5–10

Shape & size

Mature height
8–25 Inches

Classification

Family
Polypodiaceae

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Photos (65)

New York Fern (Thelypteris Noveboracensis) — Spread is moderate, with ferns colonizing gradually through rhizomes, ideal for naturalized areas, image 52
New York Fern (Thelypteris Noveboracensis) — This shade-loving native prefers moist, acidic soils in zones 4-8; this fern is known for its low, image 49
New York Fern (Thelypteris Noveboracensis) — providing a textured backdrop for other shade dwellers; particularly suited for woodland settings, image 51
New York Fern (Thelypteris Noveboracensis) — achieving lengths of 1-2 feet; bright green fronds that taper at both ends, image 48
New York Fern (Thelypteris Noveboracensis) — is a graceful and shade-tolerant perennial that brings an elegant texture to any garden; commonly, image 54
New York Fern (Thelypteris Noveboracensis) — commonly referred to as New York Fern; fern for half or shade, image 53
New York Fern (Thelypteris Noveboracensis) — particularly suited for woodland settings; flourishing under the canopy of deciduous trees where, image 55
New York Fern (Thelypteris Noveboracensis) — This North American native fern characteristically possesses lacy; but it also creates a habitat that, image 56
New York Fern (Thelypteris Noveboracensis) — <br><br>Flourishing in USDA hardiness zones 4 through 8, image 58
New York Fern (Thelypteris Noveboracensis) — bright green fronds that taper at both ends; providing a textured backdrop for other shade dwellers, image 57
New York Fern (Thelypteris Noveboracensis) — well-draining acidic soil; lacking serious pest and disease problems, image 59
New York Fern (Thelypteris Noveboracensis) — particularly for areas where erosion control is a concern; deciduous perennial boasting tapered, image 63
New York Fern (Thelypteris Noveboracensis) — which makes it an ideal choice for mass plantings; particularly for areas where erosion control is a, image 62
New York Fern (Thelypteris Noveboracensis) — flourishing under the canopy of deciduous trees where dappled sunlight promotes its vibrant color; this, image 60
New York Fern (Thelypteris Noveboracensis) — while the fern favors consistent moisture; this North American native fern characteristically, image 61
New York Fern (Thelypteris Noveboracensis) — lacking serious pest and disease problems; while the fern favors consistent moisture, image 65
New York Fern (Thelypteris Noveboracensis) — This fern is known for its low maintenance requirements; is a graceful and shade-tolerant perennial, image 64

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