14 HARDY FERNS 
Edward Gillett, Southw'ick, Mass. 
Polypodium vulgarc. (See page 13) 
PTERIS aquilina Brake). Coinnionly found throughout New England in 
liglit, sandy soil, and often in tliin woodlands; will grow in cither sun or shade. 
WOODSIA ilvensis (Rusty W’oodsia). ^ This little Fern often chooses for its home 
the exposed rocks on tops of mountains, forming little tufts and forcing its roots 
down into the crevices. It will also thrive in moist soils in shade, but give it good 
drainage. It grows about 6 inches high and is at home in the front part of Fern-bed; 
plant about 8 inches apart. 
obtusa (Obtuse-leaved W'oodsia). Usually found on rocky banks. An easy hern 
to grow, and one quite desirable for rock-work. It will thrive in almost any shaded 
place not too wet. 6 to 12 inches high. Plant 8 inches apart in front of larger 
Ferns. It is benefited by the addition of a little leaf-mold. 
WOODWARDIA an- 
gustifolia. (Chain 
Fern). Grows in 
wet bogs, but takes 
kindl}' to cultivation 
in moist garden soil, 
thriving even in high¬ 
est rock gardens. 12 
inches high by 3 to 4 
inches wide. 25 cts. 
each, S2 for 10. 
virginica. Is larger 
than the preceding— 
2 feet high by 3 to 5 
inches broad. Found 
in wet swamps or 
bogs, but can be grown 
in any garden soil. 
Plant 12 to 14 inches 
apart if a permanent 
bed is desired. 
1 2 3 4 5 
(1) Woodsia obtusa. (2) Asplenium ebeneum, (3) Asplenium Tricho- 
manes, (4) Cystopteris fragilis, (5) Woodsia ilvensis 
