Thelypteris kunthii, commonly known as Kunth's Maiden Fern, is a deciduous fern that is native to the southeastern United States. It features delicate, feathery fronds that are a vibrant green, with a graceful, arching growth habit that adds a soft texture to shaded garden areas. The fern typically grows in clumps and is ideal for moist, well-drained, and slightly acidic soils in woodland gardens, shaded borders, or naturalized areas. It thrives in partial to full shade, making it perfect for low-light environments where other plants may struggle. Kunth's Maiden Fern is relatively low-maintenance and adds both beauty and ecological value to shaded, moisture-rich garden spaces.
· ORIGIN - Southeast Native
· EXPOSURE PREFERENCE - shade
· FLOWER COLOR - n/a
· HEIGHT - 24-48"
· HABIT - deciduous
· MOISTURE - moist soil
· HARDINESS ZONES - 6-9
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Thelypteris kunthii, commonly known as Kunth's Maiden Fern, is a deciduous fern that is native to the southeastern United States. It features delicate, feathery fronds that are a vibrant green, with a graceful, arching growth habit that adds a soft texture to shaded garden areas. The fern typically grows in clumps and is ideal for moist, well-drained, and slightly acidic soils in woodland gardens, shaded borders, or naturalized areas. It thrives in partial to full shade, making it perfect for low-light environments where other plants may struggle. Kunth's Maiden Fern is relatively low-maintenance and adds both beauty and ecological value to shaded, moisture-rich garden spaces.
