Athyrium filix-femina
Ladyfern, Lady Fern

A graceful deciduous woodland fern that tends to be a vigorous spreader. Upright, lacy, bright green fronds unfurl from green and reddish stems. Emergent fiddleheads have a red hue.

USDA zones: 3 - 8
Sunset zones: A1 - A3; 1 - 9, 14 - 24
Mature size: 2 - 3 feet high and 1 - 2 feet wide
Light needs: partial to full shade
Water needs: regular to ample water