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Arachniodes simplicior 'Variegata'

Family Dryopteridaceae
Plant Type fern
Zone USDA:   6a - 9b   RHS:   H - FH   EGF:   H2 - H5   Australia:   1 - 3  
Care Level medium
Height 30 - 60 cm (1 - 2 ft)
Spread 30 - 60 cm (1 - 2 ft)
Light partial shade to shade
Soil Moisture average to wet, well-drained
Soil Type clay to sandy
Soil pH acidic

Description This plant is clump forming and has showy, glossy, fine textured and evergreen foliage that is variegated dark lime and faded lime in colour. Arachniodes simplicior 'Variegata' (arachnoides) is a specimen plant and it can serve as a focal point in your garden.
Typical Uses Accent, alpine or rock garden, border, container, cut flowers, dried flowers, edging, ground cover, foundation, mass planting, specimen and woodland.
Special Characteristics Arachniodes simplicior 'Variegata' tolerates wet sites, and is noted for being naturally resistant to deer and rabbits.