Athyrium filix-femina - Common ladyfern

continental : During the bitter months water from time to time, moistening the soil every 4-5 weeks with 1,2 litres of water, avoiding to wet the substratum too much. Let’s water only during the milder days, when the temperatures are very low it is best to avoid irrigating.

alpine : The soil should be kept dry, slightly dampening it every 5-6 weeks, or less, using 11 litres of water. If the weather is very harsh, with night frostings, it is best to avoid watering.

mediterranean : Avoid watering too much; typically watering every 3-4 weeks with 13 litres of water or less is enough; as the weather gets colder, the plant will need less water; we suggest interrupting watering during the coldest weeks.

continental : The Athyrium filix-femina doesn't like being exposed to direct sunrays, therefore it is best to grow it in a shady place.
We suggest, during the coldest months of the year, to grow these plants in a sheltered place, where the freezing is not too intense.

alpine : Plant which favours shaded locations, avoid exposure to direct sunrays.
These plants can stand short frosts, but during the coldest months of the year we suggest covering them with a non-woven fabric, or move them to a cold greenhouse.

mediterranean : To avoid damage from excessive sun exposure, it is advisable to grow this plant in a shady spot, protected by direct solar rays.
The Athyrium filix-femina can stand the cold, therefore it can be planted in full ground in the garden.

Fertilize Athyrium filix-femina : It’s not necessary to give fertilizer to shrubs during the winter.

Pests Athyrium filix-femina : Towards the end of the winter it is advised to apply a fungicide treatment using products based on sulphur and copper, to discourage the development of the most common fungal parasites.