Woodsia obtusa

blunt-lobed cliff fern

This small evergreen fern is difficult to find in the mainstream nursery trade, but a favorite among native nurseries and gardeners alike. Adapted to cliffs and rocky outcrops, this species is perfect for any woodland or rock garden that has some shade. 


Height: 6-18 in
Spread: 12-36 in
Hardiness Zone: 4-10


Bloom Color: Non-Flowering

Characteristics & Attributes

Cultivation Status
• Species
Exposure
• Part Shade
• Shade
Soil Moisture
• Average
• Dry
Ecoregion
• (58) Northeastern Highlands
• (83) Eastern Great Lakes Lowlands
• (59) Northeastern Coastal Zone
• (84) Atlantic Coastal Pine Barrens
• (82) Acadian Plains and Hills
Ornamental Interest
• Winter Interest and/or Evergreen
Tolerance
• Deer/Rabbit Resistant
Additional Attributes
• Low Maintenance
Landscape Use
• Rock garden
• Naturalize
Growth Habit
• Spreading/Suckering


North American Distribution


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