Asplenium Ladyfern
Athyrium asplenioides
Last reviewed: July 2026
Light
part shade
Water
medium
Size
12"–36" H × 12"–24" W
Bloom
N/A
Native to
AL, AR, CT, DE and 27 more states
Browse plants for this ecoregion
Athyrium asplenioides is a graceful native fern that forms neat clumps of delicate, lacy fronds. It thrives in partially shaded areas and provides soft texture contrast to flowering plants. The fronds emerge fresh green in spring and remain attractive through summer before dying back in winter.
In an HOA neighborhood
Asplenium Ladyfern is an HOA-friendly choice. Maintenance level: low. Tidiness: 4 out of 5.
Works well in: front yard, foundation, mid zone.
- Dies back completely in winter leaving bare spots
Wildlife value
While ferns don't support pollinators directly, this species provides shelter and nesting material for small wildlife. The dense clumps offer cover for ground-dwelling creatures and beneficial insects.
Common questions
- How much sun does Asplenium Ladyfern need?
- Asplenium Ladyfern grows best in part shade conditions.
- Where is Asplenium Ladyfern native?
- Asplenium Ladyfern (Athyrium asplenioides) is native to AL, AR, CT, DE and 27 more states, per the USDA PLANTS Database and regional native plant society lists.
- Is Asplenium Ladyfern HOA-friendly?
- Asplenium Ladyfern is generally an HOA-friendly choice in the right placement, with low maintenance.
Native range data from the USDA PLANTS Database and regional native plant society lists. Pollinator and host plant associations compiled from GBIF, iNaturalist, and published ecological literature.
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