April 2011

Plant Data

Plant Image:

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Botanical Name:

Woodwardia radicans

Common Name:

European chain fern

Nativity:

Southern Europe

Growth Habit:

This fern has long, arching fronds. Where the tip of the frond touches the ground, it may form a new plant that roots into the ground.

Growing Requirements:

Chain fern needs moist soil, partial shade and can withstand mild frosts.

Features:

In this photo, the frond is just unfurling.

Where at Lotusland:

Throughout the fern garden and also in the Japanese garden near the waterfall

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