sword fern
Nephrolepis Cordifolia
Grow conditions
- Sunlight
- Partial sun
- Hardiness zone
- 8-11
- Minimum temperature
- 10°F (−12°C)
- Soil type
- Loam, Sandy, Well-drained, Moist
- Soil pH
- Acidic, Neutral
Plant traits
Mature height12 in-4 ft
Mature width12 in-4 ft
Plant typePerennials
Bloom seasonNon-flowering
Foliage typeEvergreen
Tolerance & safety
Drought tolerantNo
Fire tolerantNo
Pet safeSafe
Deer resistantYes
Pollinator-friendlyNo
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