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    Cheilanthes mexicana

    Also Known As

    • Trailing Fern

    Plant type

    fern

    size

    • H: 12"
    • W: 24"

    planting zones

    • 9a-11

    Cheilanthes mexicana plant details

    Cheilanthes mexicana 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 mexicana

    Plant type: fern
    Plant family: pteridaceae
    Foliage: evergreen green
    Mature size: 24 IN wide, 12 IN tall
    Uses: woodland garden

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Cheilanthes mexicana

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

    Gardening facts about Cheilanthes mexicana plant

    How to Grow Cheilanthes mexicana

    • 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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