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Dennstaedtia punctilobula
Hay-scented Fern
This plant's yellow-green fronds are distinctive as they rise and arch to create great texture and an aggressive carpet of foliage for moist areas. It's perfect for massing and reclamations in shade, while it provides essential cover for woodland and landscape critters.
Benefits
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Thrives in moist soil and shady areas |
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Distinctive, striking yellow-green frond color |
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Provides great texture when in wave plantings |
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Perfect for reclaiming landscapes and holding soil |
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Essential for critter cover in shaded landscapes |
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Grows and spreads aggressively even in sun |
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USDA Hardiness Zone 3-8
Native Range
Moist, wooded areas from Maine west to Wisconsin, south to Alabama and Georgia
Native Trivia
Hayscented Fern got its name from the distinct aroma of wet hay that comes from crushing its fronds. Native ferns like this one provide subtle color and texture to shady areas while wildlife depends on the cover they provide.
"The thick carpet from this fern provides great me cover and protection from predators!"
Characteristics & Attributes
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Attracts Wildlife
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