Dryopteris filix-mas 'Barnesii'

barnes' narrow male fern

Family	Dryopteridaceae
Plant Type	fern
Zone	USDA: 4a - 8b RHS: H EGF: H1 - H4 Australia: 1 - 2
Care Level	low, easy, suitable for beginners.
Height	75 - 90 cm (2.5 - 3 ft)
Spread	45 - 60 cm (1.5 - 2 ft)
Light	partial shade to shade
Soil Moisture	average, well-drained
Soil Type	loam
Soil pH	acidic to alkaline

Description	The foliage is greyish lime in colour. A specimen plant, Dryopteris filix-mas 'Barnesii' (barnes' narrow male fern) can help you create a focal point in your garden design.
Typical Uses	Accent, border, container, foundation, mass planting, specimen and woodland.
Special Characteristics	Dryopteris filix-mas 'Barnesii' is noted for being naturally resistant to deer and rabbits.