ground fern
Also known as: marsh buckler fern; marsh fern
A deciduous fern with light green upright fronds reaching around 50cm. Fronds are finely divided and are often slightly curved or twisted.
Scientific classification
- Species
- ground fern (Thelypteris palustris)
- Genus
- Thelypteris
- Family
- Thelypteridaceae
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- Toxicity
- Ferns
- Plant type
- 0.5-1 metres
- Height
- 0.5-1 metres
- Spread
- Deciduous
- Foliage
- Clump forming
- Habit
- Spring · Summer · Autumn
- Season of interest
- Partial shade
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
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Distribution of ground fern
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Culture
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Toxicity
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Quick identification of ground fern
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ground fern care guide
- Moderate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakings
- Watering
- Partial shade
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
Watering
Moderate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakings
Fertilizing
FertilizingBalanced perennial feed every four weeks from spring through summer
Pruning
PruningNo pruning required
Propagation
PropagationPropagate by division or spores
Growing
GrowingBest grown in moist soils in partial shade. See advice profile on how to grow ferns
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Common pests and diseases
Diseases
Generally disease-free
Pests
Generally pest-free
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