Eared Lady Fern | Athyrium otophorum okanum
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Eared Lady Fern
Athyrium otophorum okanum
- Broadly arching golden yellow and fresh green fronds with purple midribs make this a distinctive and colourful addition to your garden
- A shade and damp loving fern which will thrive in a shady border
- This hardy perennial is low maintenance and easy to grow
- Also known as the Eared Lady Fern
- Plant on the edges of a shaded pond, in a water garden or woodland scheme
- Ideal for underplanting roses and other shrubs
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Will this grow in my garden?
Can I grow this in a pot?
Yes, the Eared Lady Fern can be grown in a pot with well-draining, moisture-retentive compost, kept in a sheltered spot.
How big does it get?
The Eared Lady Fern usually grows to a height and spread of 45-60 cm.
How much sunlight does this need?
The Eared Lady Fern thrives in partial to full shade.
What kind of soil does this plant prefer?
Eared Lady Fern prefers a well-drained, humus-rich soil, often thriving in leaf mould and partial shade.
How much watering does this plant need?
The Eared Lady Fern requires frequent watering to keep its compost moist, but it must be well-draining to prevent root rot.
Will this plant need pruning?
The Eared Lady Fern requires only the removal of dead or damaged fronds in early spring.
How hardy is this plant?
Athyrium otophorum okanum is hardy (H4), withstanding temperatures down to -10°C, but may need a protective mulch in colder parts of the UK.
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