Woodwardia fimbriata
Giant chain fern (Woodwardia fimbriata) is the largest fern in North America with 8 foot long fronds!
Giant chain fern (Woodwardia fimbriata) is a dramatic West Coast native and the largest fern in North America occurring from southern BC (only on Vancouver and Texada Islands and a few other small nearby islands) to northern Mexico. It forms evergreen fronds up to eight feet long and has been observed forming massive clumps 7-8 feet tall in wet, mild coastal habitats. In the garden it is more likely to grow 4-6 feet tall but go for gold and give it lots of rich compost and moisture and see how big you can get yours! Tolerant of more sun in coastal climates and with good soil moisture. In colder climates it can be grown in a container and protected just above freezing in winter. Deer resistant.
Common Name: Giant Chain Fern
Family: Blechnaceae (The Deer or Chain Fern Family)
Zone Hardiness: 8-10
Light: Full Shade, Part Shade
Height: 4-6'
Width: 5-8'
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Foliage Colour: Green
Class: Evergreen
Type: Perennial
Soil Moisture: Average, Moist, Wet
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Fragrance: No
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Deer Resistant: Yes
BC Native: Yes
Native Habitat: Wet forests, seeps, streams, moist bogs, coastal cliffs.
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Geographical Origin: North America
