Growing guide

How to grow athyrium

Athyriums are easy to grow in a shady spot in moisture-retentive soil. Their graceful arching stems and finely divided leaves work well alongside bolder-leaved plants such as hostas and bergenias.

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Quick facts

  • Easy-to-grow, deciduous ferns
  • Attractive unfurling fronds in spring
  • Finely divided, feathery foliage
  • Grow in full or partial shade
  • Prefer rich, moisture-retentive soil
  • Plant in spring or autumn

All you need to know

Before you get started
Planting
Ongoing care
Pruning and training
Propagating
Problems
While we think all this information will be helpful to you, we always recommend to read the instruction labels on your plants.

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