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Cheilanthes sieberi

Also Known As

Mulga Fern

Plant type

fern

size

H: 6"-10"
W: 6"-10"

planting zones

8b-10b

Cheilanthes sieberi plant details

Cheilanthes sieberi is an evergreen fern with green foliage. Grows well with bright shade - shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Cheilanthes sieberi

Plant type: fern
Plant family: pteridaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 6 IN - 10 IN - wide, 6 IN - 10 IN - tall
Uses: container plant, tropical-looking, woodland garden, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Cheilanthes sieberi

USDA Zones: 8b - 10b
Sun exposure: bright shade - shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Cute rock garden fern stiffly upright dark green bipinnate to tripinnate laceolote fronds. Plant in partial to full sun in well drained soil. Zones 8b to 10. Size: 6”-10”. Evergreen.