| | | Family | Pteridaceae | | Plant Type | | | Zone | USDA: 5a - 9b RHS: H - FH EGF: H1 - H5 Australia: 1 - 3 | | Care Level | medium | | Height | 10 - 15 cm (4 - 6 in) | | Spread | 15 - 30 cm (6 - 12 in) | | Light | partial shade | | Soil Moisture | low to moist, well-drained | | Soil Type | loam to sandy | | Soil pH | neutral to alkaline | | | Description | This plant has deep green foliage. | | Typical Uses | Accent, alpine or rock garden, container, edging and woodland. | | Special Characteristics | It is worthy to note that Cheilanthes argentea tolerates drought, and has a natural resistance to deer and rabbits. | | |