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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
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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
Landscape groups by tags
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Zones
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Size
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Zones
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Size
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Zones
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Size
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Zones
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Size
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Zones
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Size
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Width: 6"-12"
- sun - mostly sun
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