Northern Lady Fern

Athyrium angustum – Northern Lady Fern
 
Light: Partial to full shade
Soil: Moist, rich, well-drained; tolerates occasional wetness
Height: 40 – 90 cm
Spread: 45 – 75 cm
Foliage: Bright green, finely divided fronds
 
 Description:
Elegant and resilient, Northern Lady Fern (Athyrium angustum) is a classic native fern of forest floors, streambanks, and shaded slopes. Its soft, arching fronds add texture and movement to woodland gardens while playing a vital role in soil stabilization and understory biodiversity.
This fern thrives where others struggle — cool, damp, and dappled environments — and is a cornerstone species for shaded restoration projects, riparian plantings, and forest-edge designs.
 
 Ecological Benefits:
Provides habitat and cover for small forest fauna and pollinators
Aids in erosion control and soil moisture retention
Contributes to forest-floor carbon cycling
Perfect companion for wildflowers and shade-tolerant natives
 
Did You Know?
Lady Ferns reproduce by tiny spores released from the underside of their fronds—a delicate yet powerful way to spread and recolonize disturbed forest soils.
 
🌱 Planting to Protect. Restoring to Thrive.
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