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Cheilanthes lanosa

Family Pteridaceae
Plant Type
Zone USDA:   5a - 9b   RHS:   H - FH   EGF:   H1 - H5   Australia:   1 - 3  
Care Level low, easy, suitable for beginners.
Height 15 - 30 cm (6 - 12 in)
Spread 20 - 30 cm (8 - 12 in)
Light full sun to partial shade
Soil Moisture low to average, well-drained
Soil Type loam to sandy
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description This plant has foliage that is greyish green in colour. Cheilanthes lanosa (hairy lip-fern) is a specimen plant and it can serve as a focal point in your garden.
Typical Uses Alpine or rock garden, container, edging, specimen, wild flower and woodland.
Special Characteristics Cheilanthes lanosa tolerates drought, and is noted for being naturally resistant to deer and rabbits.