lowland fragile fern
Cystopteris protrusa
USDA zones2 to 9
SunHandles partial sun to full shade
WaterHandles moderate to moist soil
Size6 to 18 inches tall6 to 18 inches wide
- Growth rate
- Slow
- Habit
- Herb , fern
- Bloom color
- Non-flowering
- Foliage color
- Green
Garden uses
Notes
Lowland fragile fern (Cystopteris protrusa) is a fern for borders, rock gardens, and shade gardens. It is hardy to USDA zone 2, or down to -50°F (-46°C). This plant likes part sun to full shade and average to moist soil. It sits low on the menu for deer and rabbits. The green fronds grow slowly to 6 to 18 inches tall and wide.
Pairs well with American maidenhair fern, Flore Pleno lily of the valley, and Spring Beauty Siberian squill.
Native range
North America.