Bracken fern
Pteridium esculentum
Bracken fern thrives in partial shade with consistently moist, well-draining soil and minimal fertilisation. It spreads aggressively via underground rhizomes, so consider containing it in garden beds or large pots. Once established it is remarkably self-sufficient and tolerates a range of soil types.
Care Level
Low
Sun
Partial Shade
Water
Moderate
Growth Rate
Moderate
Mature Height
12″ – 36″
Soil
loam
Life Cycle
Perennial
Spacing
36″
Watering Schedule
Every 7-10 Days • Water Thoroughly Until Soil Is Evenly Moist; Avoid Waterlogging
Soil pH
5.5 – 7
Temperature
-25° – 85°F
Mature Spread
up to 24″
Root Depth
Medium
Foliage
Medium
Propagation: Seed
Native to
Attracts
Sources
Data: trefle, usda
Image: trefle.io — Taken Oct 13, 2019 by JP Corrêa Carvalho (cc-by-sa)
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