Woodwardia radicans (European Chain Fern)
European Chain Fern
Putting on a dramatic show, award-winning Woodwardia radicans (European Chain Fern) is an evergreen fern adorned with tall, gracefully arching, bipinnate divided fronds, up to 5 ft. long (150 cm). The tips of the fronds sport one or several bulbils. A popular species in mild climates as a result of its imposing architectural fronds.
- Recipient of the prestigious Award of Garden Merit of the Royal Horticultural Society for its outstanding qualities
- Grows up to 3-4 ft. tall (90-120 cm) and 2 ft. wide (60 cm).
- Performs well in part shade in neutral, moderately fertile damp soil. In frost prone areas shelter from cold, drying winds and protect in winter with a dry mulch.
- Perfect for beds and borders, wall-side borders, city gardens, coastal gardens, cottage gardens.
- Generally pest and disease free.
- Cut down old fronds when they deteriorate
- Propagate by spores, sow spores at 61°F (16°C) in late summer or early autumn; remove bulbils in autumn or divide in spring.
- Native to Europe.
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Requirements
| Hardiness | 8
– 9 |
|---|---|
| Heat Zones | 8
– 9 |
| Plant Type | Ferns |
| Exposure | Partial Sun |
| Season of Interest |
Spring (Early,Mid,Late) Summer (Early,Mid,Late) Fall Winter |
| Height | 3' – 4' (90cm – 120cm) |
| Spread | 1' – 2' (30cm – 60cm) |
| Spacing | 24" (60cm) |
| Water Needs | Average |
| Maintenance | Low |
| Soil Type | Clay, Loam |
| Soil pH | Neutral |
| Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained |
| Characteristics | Plant of Merit, Showy, Evergreen |
| Garden Uses | Beds and Borders, Wall-Side Borders |
| Garden Styles | City and Courtyard, Coastal Garden, Informal and Cottage |
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While every effort has been made to describe these plants accurately, please keep in mind that height, bloom time, and color may differ in various climates. The description of these plants has been written based on numerous outside resources.
Requirements
| Hardiness | 8
– 9 |
|---|---|
| Heat Zones | 8
– 9 |
| Plant Type | Ferns |
| Exposure | Partial Sun |
| Season of Interest |
Spring (Early,Mid,Late) Summer (Early,Mid,Late) Fall Winter |
| Height | 3' – 4' (90cm – 120cm) |
| Spread | 1' – 2' (30cm – 60cm) |
| Spacing | 24" (60cm) |
| Water Needs | Average |
| Maintenance | Low |
| Soil Type | Clay, Loam |
| Soil pH | Neutral |
| Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained |
| Characteristics | Plant of Merit, Showy, Evergreen |
| Garden Uses | Beds and Borders, Wall-Side Borders |
| Garden Styles | City and Courtyard, Coastal Garden, Informal and Cottage |
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