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Fragile Fern

Cystopteris fragilis, Cystopteridaceae

Zones
2–8
Layer
Herbaceous
Lifespan
Perennial
Growth
Moderate

Guild Roles

Ground Cover

Growing Conditions

Sun

Partial Shade (preferred)

Water

Moderate

Soil pH

5.5 – 7.5

Tolerances

Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

PatchouliPogostemon cablin
Beneficial Insect Habitat
Harts Tongue FernAsplenium scolopendrium
Beneficial Insect HabitatNutrient Accumulation

Antagonistic Plants

Japanese Blood GrassImperata cylindrica

Japanese blood grass invasion eliminates delicate native ferns like fragile fern

Uses

Functions

Ground Cover

Common Questions

What zones does Fragile Fern grow in?

Fragile Fern grows in USDA hardiness zones 2 through 8.

What are good companion plants for Fragile Fern?

Good companions for Fragile Fern include Patchouli, Harts Tongue Fern.

Design guilds with Fragile Fern and see companion relationships visually.

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