Annual – Silver Lace Fern

Silver lace fern 

Botanical name: pteris ensiformis ‘evergemiensis’ 

Beginner friendly?: moderate 

Average size at maturity: 2-3 ft in height and in spread 

Hardy zone: 9-12 

Foliage color: green, silver 

Growth rate: can reach fully mature size in first growing season 

Pruning instructions: deadhead withered foliage as needed 

Propagation methods: propagate by seed sowing 

Landscape use: shade garden, groundcover, container plant, hanging basket 

Special features: shade tolerant, pet-friendly 

Light needs: less than 2 hours of sun per day 

Watering instructions: allow the top 2-4 inches of soil to dry between watering periods 

Fertilizing instructions : optional slow-release fertilizer at the time of planting 

Best time to plant: spring or fall 

Best type of soil: clay, loam 

Companion plants: caladium, pothos, begonias, other ferns 

Toxicity level: non-toxic for humans and pets 

Invasive species: no