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FernsHerbaceous Perennial

Cheilanthes fendleri

An evergreen fern with mid-green fronds which have undersides covered in white to rusty brown scales. Unfurling fronds often look curled or distorted and appear silvery-grey due to a covering of fine hairs

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Size
Ultimate height
0.1–0.5 metres
Time to ultimate height
5–10 years
Ultimate spread
0.1–0.5 metres
Growing conditions
Loam
Sand
Moisture
Well–drained
pH
Neutral, Acid
Colour & scent
StemFlowerFoliageFruit
Spring Green Grey Silver Brown
Summer Green Grey Silver Brown
Autumn Green Grey Silver Brown
Winter Green Grey Silver Brown
Position
  • Full sun
  • Partial shade
Aspect

West–facing or East–facing or South–facing

Exposure
Sheltered
Hardiness
H4
Botanical details
Family
Pteridaceae
Native to GB / Ireland
No
Foliage
Evergreen
Habit
Clump forming, Tufted
Genus

Cheilanthes are typically evergreen ferns, producing dense clumps of small fronds on shiny, often black, stalks

Name status

Correct

Plant range
C & S USA, N Mex.

How to grow

Cultivation

A dryland species which prefers good drainage, especially over winter, and a sunny or lightly shaded position. See how to grow ferns for further advice

Propagation

Propagate by division or spores

Suggested planting locations and garden types
  • Cottage and informal garden
  • Low Maintenance
  • Wall side borders
  • 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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