Non-native plants this species can replace:
- English ivy, Common ivy (Hedera helix)
- Creeping liriope (Liriope spicata)
Common Name
Christmas fern
Plant Form
Fern & Fern Allies
Duration
Perennial
Max Height (ft)
3.0
Width (ft)
1.0 -
3.0
Growth Rate
Medium
Region
Coastal
Piedmont
Mountain
Rabbit resistant
Yes
Commercially Available
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Habitat
Mesic to rather dry forests. Common throughout Virginia
Wildlife value
It provides winter cover near the ground. Songbirds use the parts and scale-like hairs in nest construction. Attracts Ruffed Grouse
Evergreen
Yes
Fall Color
Brown/Copper
Green
Light Requirements
Partial sun
Shade
Moisture Requirements
Moist
Soil Texture
Loamy
Sandy
Shallow rocky
Low Maintenance
Yes
Deer Resitant
Yes
Tolerates