
ASPLENIUM TRICHOMANES 
FERNS—continued 
CRYPTOGRAMMA ‘*crispa acrostichoides (Parsley Fern) — 
Clustered evergreen fronds of two kinds with straw colored 
stems. The sterile blades are light green, thrice-pinnate 
with blunt, toothed segments. The fertile fronds are only 
twice-pinnate and the segments are very narrow, almost 
pod-like. 8 to 10 in. Mostly a western mountain species 
often growing on hot, dry rocks. 75¢ and $1.00. 
TALL FERNS—The following species are the mainstay of all 
shaded or woodland gardens. They harmonize excellently 
with other plants suited to such gardens and their cultural 
requirements are similar. Ferns in this section all need 
continuous light to heavy shade. They grow luxuriantly in 
a deep, rich, organic soil which is copiously watered. Their 
fronds sun and wind burn, so a protected, humid spot is 
best. Do not plant too deeply and cover the surface of the 
soil with an organic mulch (oak leaves, leafmold, duff, 
peat moss, or the like). The ferns in this section are all 
evergreen, unless noted otherwise, and grow best in a 
slightly acid soil. See the cultural suggestions under ‘’Dwarf 
Ferns” for additional information. 
ADIANTUM Jordani (emarginatum) —Dainty, with dark, shiny 
stipes and blades of numerous, thin, fan-shaped segments. 
10 in. From cool, moist rocks in southern Oregon and south- 
wards. Protect in cold climates. Deciduous. 75c¢ and $1.00. 
pedatum (Maidenhair Fern) —An old favorite and one of the 
best for woodland gardens. The wiry, purplish stalks sup- 
port forked, horizontal blades nearly circular in outline. 
The many segments are pale, translucent green. 12 to 2 
ft. Cool, moist spots. Deciduous. 50c and 75c. 
BLECHNUM (LOMARIA) spicant (Deer Fern) ——One of the 
best western ferns. Produces fronds of two kinds. The ever- 
green and more permanent sterile fronds are pinnately 
cut to the mid-rib, taper toward each end, and recline. The 
interesting fertile (fruiting) fronds, stiff and upright, 
form a 2 to 3 foot central tuft. 75¢ and $1.00. 
CYRTOMIUM falcatum (Holly Fern) —An Asiatic species which 
is much used as a pot plant. However, it grows well out- 
doors in mild climates. The leathery fronds, once-pinnate, 
have an extremely high gloss and rich green color. 1 to 1 Y 
ft. Useful for cutting. $1.50 and $2.00. 
POLYSTICHUM acrostichoides (Christmas Fern) —Well-known 
fern used for decorations. Firm, evergreen fronds, once- 
pinnate, with bristly-toothed segments. 2 ft. Easy. 50c and 
75GC: 
aculeatum densum—Very full, dense fronds, thrice-pinnate, 
B> and with segments much-cut, frilled, and overlapping. 
Fronds 14 to 2 feet long, up to 6 inches wide, and a vivid 
green. Possesses a lush richness in form and color seldom 
equalled. Probably hardy in cold climates if protected. An 
excellent houseplant if grown in cool, rather moist air. 
Pots, $1.00 and $1.50; field, $2.00. 
Andersonii—A rare, handsome, western fern with evergreen 
fronds to 3 feet. Twice-pinnate with conspicuously toothed 
segments, dark green and somewhat shiny. The fronds are 
proliferous (produce young plants) near their tips. Pots, 
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Braunii—An eastern species of great beauty. Similar to An- 
dersonii but only 2 feet high and the divisions more blunt. 
Mature specimens are vase-shaped and most ornamental. 
$1.00 and $1.50. 
Lonchitis (Mountain Holly Fern) —A rare sort which is small 
enough for the large rock garden. Narrow, once-divided 
fronds which noticeably taper from the middle towards 
the ends. The segments are bristly and richly lustrous. 1 V2 
to 2 ft. An excellent fern. $1.00 and $1.50. 
munitum (Giant Sword Fern) —The western counterpart of 
the Christmas Fern but much more robust. In especially 
rich, moist soils in their native habitats the clumps grow 
shoulder high. In the garden they usually reach about 3 
feet. Used for wreaths and other decorations. Hardy and 
easy. 75c and $1.00. 
munitum imbricans—An uncommon variety much reduced in 
stature and more rigid. The crowded segments tend to over- 
lap. 1 to 1% ft. Variable but we have selected the better 
forms. They are all small enough for the rock garden. $1.00 
and $1.25. 
viviparum—A West Indian fern which is hardy in mild sec- 
tions and, with protection, in cold climates. It is used as 
a house plant and is particularly interesting because it pro- 
duces many young plants along the stems. These will grow 
when planted. The long, tapering fronds are much cut and 
lacy. 2 ft. Easy and different. Pots, 75c; field, $1.25 and 
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