Pteridium aquilinum - Bracken Fern
Pteridium aquilinum - Bracken Fern

Bracken Fern

Pteridium aquilinum

  • Sturdy bright green triangular fronds
  • Found in large patches in wet or dry conditions
  • Single fronds emerge from spreading rhizomes
  • Tolerant of dry soils and full sun
  • Deep rhizomes allow it to survive harsh conditions like fire or floods
  • Poisonous to livestock
  • Deciduous

ZONE:
4

COLOUR:
Non-flowering

HEIGHT:
40-80 cm

SPREAD:
80-100 cm

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Growing and Maintenance Tips:


Pteridium grows best in a moist to average, slightly acidic soil, in partial shade, however, it will tolerate dry, full sun conditions. The first frost will cause leaves to die back; cleaning up the dead leaves in the spring is recommended. 

Additional Notes about Bracken Fern:


Native to Ontario

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