European Chain Fern (Woodwardia Radicans) is a perennial fern in the Blechnaceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and partial shade or dappled_shade or filtered_light light in USDA hardiness zones 9-11. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Woodwardia radicans is an evergreen fern known for its tall, gracefully arching, bipinnate divided fronds up to 1.5-1.8 meters long, often bearing bulbils on the underside near the tips.

European Chain Fern

European Chain Fern

Woodwardia Radicans

Woodwardia radicans is an evergreen fern known for its tall, gracefully arching, bipinnate divided fronds up to 1.5-1.8 meters long, often bearing bulbils on the underside near the tips.

Quick Facts

Type
fern
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Moderate
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Partial Shade, dappled_shade, filtered_light
Hardiness Zones
9-11

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:sandy, loamy, clay
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, ornamental

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for European Chain Fern

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Prune
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Fertilize
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Repot
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Water+
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Expert Care Tips

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Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Taxonomy

Family:Blechnaceae
Genus:Woodwardia