Sensitive Fern

 

Common Name	Sensitive Fern
Scientific Name	Onoclea sensibilis
Native Region	West, Middle, East
Moisture Conditions	Moist Upland Site
Light Preference	Full Sun, Partial Sun, Full Shade
Wildlife Value	birds, small mammals
Soil pH	Acidic (pH<6), Neutral (pH 6-8)
Height	less than 3'
Bloom Time	NA
Evergreen	No
Comments	modest cover for small mammals, amphibians and reptiles; can be aggressive