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Marsh Fern

Thelypteris aspidioides

Aspleniaceae
Perennial
Ornamental

About this plant

Thelypteris aspidioides is a perennial ornamental fern that thrives in full shade and requires high water conditions. It typically grows to a height of 0.5–1.5 meters and prefers loamy, peaty soil. This fern is suited for USDA zones 3–8 and is not fragrant, does not attract pollinators, is not toxic, and is not evergreen.

Light

Full shade

Watering

High water

Soil

Loamy, Peaty

Height

0.5–1.5 m

Spread

0.5–1 m

Zones

3–8

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