Introducing the Walking Fern: A Unique Addition to Your Landscape
If you're looking for a distinctive and eye-catching plant to add to your landscape, the Walking Fern (Asplenium rhizophyllum) is an excellent choice. This plant, also known as the Hand Fern, is found in the eastern United States and is named for its unique ability to walk across the ground as it generates new growth.
It is a small fern that grows about 12 inches tall and 18 inches wide. It features delicate, finger-like fronds that radiate from the center of the plant and curve gently outward. The fronds are a bright, glossy green and somewhat leathery texture.
Growing Requirements For Walking Fern
The fern is a relatively easy plant to care for and is well-suited to various growing conditions. It prefers moist, well-draining soil and partial to full shade, making it an excellent choice for woodland gardens or shady landscape areas. It is also tolerant of various soil types, including clay and sand.
The fern is a versatile plant used in various ways in your landscape. It looks great when planted in groups or used as a ground cover under trees or in other shaded areas. Its unique growth habit makes it an excellent choice for growing in crevices or between rocks in a rock garden.
There are many reasons to choose the fern for your landscape. Its distinctive appearance and growth habit make it a standout among other plants, and its hardiness and ease of care make it an excellent choice for gardeners of all levels. As a native plant, it provides crucial habitat and food for local wildlife.
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A fern is so named because it grows new plants. The leaves can grow from two to twelve inches long and taper to a point that curls. The fronds are heart-shaped at the base and taper to a slender end containing a bud.