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Ghost Fern – Silvery Foliage for Shade Gardens

Ghost Fern: Ethereal Gray-Green Fronds

A vigorous, easy-to-grow fern with distinctive gray-green foliage. Its neat, formal fronds make an excellent backdrop for hostas and other shade perennials. This herbaceous fern thrives in partial to full shade with high moisture.

Plant Profile

Light: Partial shade to full shade
Moisture: High
Height: 2 feet or less
Spread: 2–4 feet

Photo credit: Richard Shiell

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