General Culture:
Easily grown in average, medium, well-drained soil in part shade to full shade. Prefers moist, humusy, acidic soils with protection from wind. Very intolerant of drought.
Noteworthy Characteristics:
Japanese shield fern is a deciduous, clump-forming, slowly spreading (rhizomatous) fern that typically grows 1.5-2.5' (infrequently to 3') tall and features glossy, deeply cut fronds (20-30" long). New growth emerges coppery green maturing to deep green by summer and to russet in the fall.
Problems:
No serious insect or disease problems.
Uses:
Grow in the shaded woodland garden in groups or as a specimen. Contrasts well with hostas and purple-leafed heucheras.
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