{"product_id":"athyrium-felix-femina-victoriae-victorian-lady-fern","title":"Athyrium filix-femina 'Victoriae' - Victorian Lady Fern","description":"\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\"\u003cstrong\u003eThis is the most spectacular of all fern cultivars in its magnificent frond architecture. It really is the 'Queen of Green'\u003c\/strong\u003e.\" - Dr. John Mickel, fern expert and fanatic (author of \"Ferns for American Gardens\" and former curator of ferns at the New York Botanical Garden).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDid you know that during the Victorian Age in England, ferns became incredibly popular, sparking what was called the Victorian Fern Craze? The Victorian Lady Fern, or Athyrium filix-femina ‘Victoriae’, was one of the fantastical, freaky ferns adored by gardeners and artists alike. Discovered in Scotland in 1861, it has long been treasured - and sought after - by gardeners ever since.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnusual yet low maintenance, these architectural ferns feature unique pinnae (leaflets) on the fronds that create a very 3D effect, with funky crested tips that look like frilly tassels, notable when grown in the ground or in containers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese ferns are remarkable enough to use as \u003cstrong\u003especimen\u003c\/strong\u003e or statement plants, and their distictive features and textures are best appreciated when mixed with broadleaf shade lovers, such as Coral Bells (Heuchera) and Hostas, or tucked under Rhododendrons and Pieris.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIdeal for \u003cstrong\u003eChildren's Gardens\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eCottage Gardens\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eEnglish Gardens\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eRain Gardens\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eShade Gardens\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eWoodland Gardens\u003c\/strong\u003e, and more.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVictorian Lady Ferns love rich, moist, well-draining soil and partial to full shade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDeciduous.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e🦌\u003cstrong\u003eDeer resistant\u003c\/strong\u003e: These ferns are resistant to deer - and also rabbits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e18-24\"T x W\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eZones: 4-8, cold hardy down to -30F.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e💚\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Nerd\u003c\/strong\u003e: The species Athyrium filix-femina is found across many parts of the globe. These plants have a long history of a variety of medicinal uses across multiple Native American tribes. The young fronds are also edible when cooked.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWe will text or email you\u003c\/strong\u003e when your ferns are ready. Please plan to pick up within 10 days of notification. Unclaimed preorders cannot be guaranteed and are non-refundable. Can't make your pick up window? \u003ca href=\"mailto:plantpeople@reemscreek.com\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eLet us know\u003c\/a\u003e and we will do our best to help.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Reems Creek Nursery","offers":[{"title":"1 Gallon","offer_id":49322211442939,"sku":"4853","price":22.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0771\/4868\/4539\/files\/Athyrium-filix-femina-victoriae1.jpg?v=1789591397","url":"https:\/\/reems-creek-nursery.myshopify.com\/products\/athyrium-felix-femina-victoriae-victorian-lady-fern","provider":"Reems Creek Nursery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}