If you’ve ever taken a walk in the woods, and noticed the plants along the edge of the trail, you know prevalent ferns are. They are tough plants that will grow just about anywhere given the opportunity. They are ancient plants, standing the test of time, and adapting to many different climates.
There are many varieties with many different looks – they can be red, green, or silver – tall, short, dense, or sparse. There are evergreen varieties, and ancient tree ferns. They always have an interesting look and that is why gardeners love to have them.
If you have a partially shady spot in your yard, you should fill it with ferns. Most of the hardy ferns prefer, good loamy soil and lots of moisture but very good drainage. However, many varieties are pretty tough and will grow in less than ideal conditions.