Ferns

Ferns are classic favorites for shade and woodland areas.  Most are deer resistant and some will grow in sun if they receive ample moisture. We have a wide variety of ferns, both native and otherwise, many of which are evergreen or semi-evergreen. Most ferns prefer moist soil, but there are several that are drought tolerant once established.  Ferns are best planted in fall or in spring after they have broken dormancy.  Old fronds may be removed in early spring before the new growth appears.

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Selaginella kraussiana 'Aurea'
Common Name: Golden Clubmoss
Chartreuse colored foliage is mossy and forms a nice groundcover. Excellent for brightening up dark, shady, moist but well-drained areas of the garden. Deciduous. Deer resistant.

Selaginella uncinata
Common Name: Rainbow or Peacock Moss
Semi-evergreen, spreading mat of metallic blue, almost irridescent, foliage. Best color on new growth in spring. Fronds that come in contact with moist soil root easily. Sometimes called "Peacock Moss". Prefers moist, humus-rich soil.