Leatherwood Fern
The Leatherwood Fern or Marginal Shield Fern is an evergreen fern which typically forms a non-spreading, vase-shaped clump to 1. 5-2' (infrequently to 3') tall. This is a woodland fern which is most often found in shaded crevices of rocky ledges and bluffs. Leatherwood Ferns features grayish-green, deeply cut, leathery fronds (15-20" long). Sori are located at the edges or margins of the pinnule undersides, hence the common name. These ferns prefer loamy moist soils, and do best in cool position in the garden, so avoid the afternoon sun. The evergreen fronds are very attractive and provide good interest to the winter landscape. ... additional information
Ghost Fern pictum and Athyrium filix-feminais', is a deciduous hybrid fern. The silvery foliage is acquired from its Japanese painted fern parent and upright habit from its lady fern parent. The silver is contrasted by the darker maroon midribs. The fronds become more grayish-green as summers warmer temperatures arrive.
