Sword Fern
Common name
Sword Fern
Botanical name
Nephrolepis obliterata
Variety
na
Zone
USDA Zone 9 (20°F) to USDA Zone 11 (40°F).
Light
Part sun
Height
18-30" (46-76 cm)
Habit
Tufted
Feed
Regularly
Water
Weekly during dry spells
Bloom Time
No Bloom
Maintenance
Mulch to reduce weeds
About
Fabulous lightweight fronds gently catch the breeze. Provides a lovely understory for a shrub border or use as ground cover in open woodland. Also can be used as a houseplant. Sturdy and vigorous. Prefers humus-rich, moist, well-drained soil.
