Sweet Fern (Comptonia Peregrina) - Growing Guide | Neighborbrite

Sweet Fern (Comptonia Peregrina) - Ground Layers

Grow conditions

Sunlight

Full sun to partial shade

Hardiness zone

2-8

Min. Temperature

−51°F (−46°C)

Soil type

Loam, Sandy, Well drained

Soil pH

Acidic, Neutral

Sweet Fern

Comptonia Peregrina

Grow conditions

Sunlight: Full sun to partial shade
Hardiness zone: 2-8
Min. Temperature: −51°F (−46°C)
Soil type: Loam, Sandy, Well drained
Soil pH: Acidic, Neutral

Plant traits

Mature height24 in-5 ft

Mature spread4 ft-8 ft

Plant typeGround Layers

Bloom seasonSpring

Foliage typeDeciduous

Tolerance & safety

Drought tolerant✅Yes

Fire tolerant⚖️Moderate

Pet safe—Unknown

Deer resistant✅Yes

Pollinator-friendly❌No

Sweet Fern (Comptonia Peregrina) - Ground Layers

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