This lovely evergreen fern has triangular, lace-like fronds produced on black stalks. Grows 6 inches high and spreads at a rate of 6-8 inches a year. Makes a wonderful groundcover in the woodland garden. Drought-tolerant once established if grown in part shade.
Evergreen fern with shuttlecock-like crowns of glossy, bright green fronds to 16 inches long, which have heart-shaped bases and wavy margins. Height and spread 24 inches. Grow in humusy, rich and moist but well-drained soil, with added grit, in part shade.
This evergreen fern has matte, dark green fronds, which are reddish green when young. Height 4-8 inches; spread indefinite. A small fern suitable for shady rock gardens.
This deciduous fern with blue-green fronds could be mistaken for an Asplenium. Fronds remain evergreen in milder regions. Height 18-24 inches; spread 24-36 inches.
