Onoclea sensibilis, commonly known as Sensitive Fern, is a native fern that thrives in moist, shaded environments, making it a perfect choice for woodland gardens and shaded borders. It has feathery, light green fronds that grow in an elegant, arching form, adding a soft texture to the garden. True to its name, Sensitive Fern is known for its ability to "fold up" when exposed to frost or dry conditions, making it a unique and interesting plant to observe throughout the seasons. In late spring and summer, it produces small, inconspicuous brown spore-bearing structures on separate fronds, adding subtle interest to its graceful appearance. Sensitive Fern thrives in well-drained, acidic soil and partial to full shade, providing lush, green coverage in shady, moist areas.
· ORIGIN - NC Native
· EXPOSURE PREFERENCE - shade
· FLOWER COLOR - n/a
· HEIGHT - 12-24"
· HABIT - deciduous
· MOISTURE - moist
· HARDINESS ZONES - 2-10
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Onoclea sensibilis, commonly known as Sensitive Fern, is a native fern that thrives in moist, shaded environments, making it a perfect choice for woodland gardens and shaded borders. It has feathery, light green fronds that grow in an elegant, arching form, adding a soft texture to the garden. True to its name, Sensitive Fern is known for its ability to "fold up" when exposed to frost or dry conditions, making it a unique and interesting plant to observe throughout the seasons. In late spring and summer, it produces small, inconspicuous brown spore-bearing structures on separate fronds, adding subtle interest to its graceful appearance. Sensitive Fern thrives in well-drained, acidic soil and partial to full shade, providing lush, green coverage in shady, moist areas.
