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Size
Ultimate height
0.1–0.5 metresTime to ultimate height
2–5 yearsUltimate spread
0.1–0.5 metresGrowing conditions
Loam
Chalk
Sand
Moisture
Well–drained, Moist but well–drainedpH
Neutral, AlkalineColour & scent
| Stem | Flower | Foliage | Fruit | |
| Spring | Green | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summer | Green | |||
| Autumn | Green | |||
| Winter |
Position
- Partial shade
Aspect
West–facing or East–facing or North–facing
Exposure
Sheltered Hardiness
H7Botanical details
- Family
- Woodsiaceae
- Native to the UK
- No
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Habit
- Clump forming
- Genus
Woodsia are small, tufted deciduous ferns with pinnate or 2-pinnate fronds, and are well-suited to a rock garden
- Name status
Correct
- Plant range
- E North America
How to grow
Cultivation
Best grown in sandy or rocky yet reasonably fertile, moist but sharply drained, neutral to alkaline soil in partial or full shade. Does not tolerate poorly drained soil. See how to grow ferns for further advice
Propagation
Propagate by division or spores
Suggested planting locations and garden types
- Wildflower meadow
- Patio and container plants
- Cottage and informal garden
- Low Maintenance
- Underplanting of roses and shrubs
- Flower borders and beds
Pruning
No pruning required
Pests
Generally pest-free
Diseases
Generally disease-free
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