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Cheilanthes parryi

Also Known As

  • Parry's Lip Fern

Plant type

fern

size

  • H: 6"-12"
  • W: 6"-18"

planting zones

  • 9a-11

Cheilanthes parryi plant details

Cheilanthes parryi is an evergreen fern with blue and green foliage. Features fuzzy texture. Grows well with bright shade - shade and occasional - low water. 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 parryi

Plant type: fern
Plant family: pteridaceae
Foliage: evergreen blue and green
Mature size: 6 IN - 18 IN - wide, 6 IN - 12 IN - tall
Uses: woodland garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Cheilanthes parryi

USDA Zones: 9a - 11
Sun exposure: bright shade - shade
Watering frequency: occasional - low
Resistant to: deer, verticillium wilt
Soil needs: rocky and well-drained

Gardening facts about Cheilanthes parryi plant

How to Grow Cheilanthes parryi

  • Water Needs

    • occasional - drought tolerant
  • Water Needs

    • dry when dormant
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained
    • rocky
  • Sun Exposure

    • bright shade - shade
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
    • blue
  • Wildlife

    • deer resistant
  • Texture

    • fuzzy
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen

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