Southern Beech Fern
SKU: AM022199
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Overview
• Southern Beech Fern, native to eastern North America, features broadly triangular, lush fronds that turn golden yellow in fall
• An excellent groundcover in shady areas of the garden, Southern Beech Fern also provides habitat for small mammals and wildlife
• Low maintenance and deer resistant, Southern Beech Fern is ideal for woodland gardens and naturalized areas
key features
Botanical Name
Phegopteris hexagonoptera
Advantages
Native, Deer Resistant, Rabbit Resistant, Groundcover, Low Maintenance, Naturalizes, Autumn Interest
Growing Zones
Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8, Zone 9
Light Requirements
Half Sun / Half Shade, Full Shade
Soil Moisture
Average, Moist / Wet
Mature Height
18-24" tall
Mature Spread
18-24" wide
Bloom Time
Foliage interest all season
SKU
AM022199
Description
Phegopteris hexagonoptera, commonly known as the Broad Beech Fern or Southern Beech Fern, is a deciduous fern native to eastern North America. This plant thrives in moist, rich, well-drained, acidic soils, typically found in woodlands, ravines, and rocky slopes. It prefers partial to deep shade but can occasionally be found in sunnier, drier areas. The Southern Beech Fern forms a graceful, arching clump of fronds that are broadly triangular, and slightly hairy on the underside, giving the plant a delicate texture.
Southern Beech Fern has the ability to spread rapidly through creeping rhizomes, which make it an optimal groundcover in its preferred growing conditions. Its dense foliage provides excellent cover for small mammals and other wildlife, making it the perfect understory plant for soft landings around the bases of trees.
This fern is also resistant to deer and rabbits, making it a resilient choice for naturalized areas and shade gardens.