Overview
Athyrium filix-femina 'Frizelliae' is a bushy ferns in the genus Athyrium, part of the Woodsiaceae family, with deciduous foliage. It typically grows around 0.1-0.5 metres tall and 0.1-0.5 metres wide, reaching full size in around 2-5 years. Athyrium filix-femina 'Frizelliae' grows best in full shade and partial shade, and tolerates most soils and acid and neutral pH.
About the genus
Athyrium (lady-fern) is a genus of about 180 species of terrestrial ferns, with a cosmopolitan distribution. It is placed in the family Athyriaceae, in the order Polypodiales. Its genus name is from Greek a- ('without') and Latinized Greek thyreos ('shield'), describing its inconspicuous indusium .
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Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Athyrium
- Sunlight
- Full shade, Partial shade
- Soil type
- Clay, Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- North-facing, East-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
Plant details
Athyrium filix-femina 'Frizelliae' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Ferns
- Habit
- Bushy
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Height
- 0.1-0.5 metres
- Spread
- 0.1-0.5 metres
- Time to full height
- 2-5 years
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Athyrium filix-femina 'Frizelliae'?
Athyrium filix-femina 'Frizelliae' prefers full shade and partial shade. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Athyrium filix-femina 'Frizelliae' need?
Athyrium filix-femina 'Frizelliae' is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including clay, loam and sand. It prefers acid and neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
How big does Athyrium filix-femina 'Frizelliae' grow?
Athyrium filix-femina 'Frizelliae' reaches a height of 0.1-0.5 metres and a spread of 0.1-0.5 metres. It takes around 2-5 years to reach full size.
More in the Athyrium genus
- Athyrium goeringianum
- Athyrium goeringianum 'Pictum'Japanese Painted Fern
- Athyrium nip. pictum 'Metallicum'Lady Fern