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Cheilanthes clevelandii

Also Known As

  • Cleveland's lip fern

Plant type

fern

size

  • H: 6"-12"
  • W: 6"-12"

planting zones

  • 9a-11

Cheilanthes clevelandii plant details

Cheilanthes clevelandii is an evergreen fern with green foliage. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry when dormant. Does well in rocky and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Cheilanthes clevelandii

Plant type: fern
Plant family: pteridaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 6 IN - 12 IN - wide, 6 IN - 12 IN - tall
Uses: creeping, rock garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Cheilanthes clevelandii

USDA Zones: 9a - 11
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Resistant to: deer, verticillium wilt
Soil needs: rocky and well-drained

Gardening facts about Cheilanthes clevelandii plant

How to Grow Cheilanthes clevelandii

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • drought tolerant
  • Water Needs

    • dry when dormant
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained
    • rocky
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Wildlife

    • deer resistant
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
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