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Buy Microlepia strigosa

Also Known As

Dennstaedtia strigosa
Microlepia speluncae
Lace Fern

Plant type

fern

size

H: 1'-2'
W: 1'-3'

planting zones

6a-10b

3/4 gallon pot-bare root | $10

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Microlepia strigosa plant details

Microlepia strigosa is a semi-evergreen fern with green foliage. Grows well with shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Microlepia strigosa

Plant type: fern
Plant family: dennstaedtiaceae
Foliage: semi-evergreen green
Mature size: 1 FT - 3 FT - wide, 1 FT - 2 FT - tall
Uses: container plant, woodland garden, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Microlepia strigosa

USDA Zones: 6a - 10b
Sun exposure: shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: rich and well-drained

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Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Semi-evergreen fern with lacy graceful foliage forming a nice clump. Fern is tougher than it looks & does well in pots as well as the garden. Plant in low sun to full shade & well drained, moist soil. Zone 6 to 10. Height: 12” to 24”.