Woodwardia fimbriata is
grows in stream bottoms, shaded woodlands, and north facing
slopes. The Giant Chain Fern grows 6-8 feet tall and wide and
gradually spreads by 6" thick rhizomes. Woodwardia fronds live
one season, plants look best if the old fronds are removed as the new ones
come on. Woodwardia fimbriata is great for making a tropical look on
a low water budjet. The Giant Chain Fern is Winter hardy to the low
20's.
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fimbriata are available.