Sword Fern

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.

Companion Plants

English Ivy

Ferns

Lilyturf

Plant Details

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

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Gina C.'s collection

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