FERNDALE NURSERY—ASKOV, MINNESOTA, 1949 D 

Lady Fern. (Athyrium filixfemina)—ROS 
One of the most desirable ferns. Does well under varying conditions, 
in border or foundation planting, on hillsides, in sun or shade. Each 30c; 
3 for 75c; 10 for $2.00. 
Leathery Wood Fern. (Dryopteris marginalis)—RS Foundation. 
Thrives best in shade and appreciates moisture and protection from 
wind. 18 inches high. Each 30c; 3 for 75c; 10 for $2.00. 
Ostrich Fern. (Pteretis nodulosa)—ROS 
This fern is called “The Palm of the North.” Fronds are six to 10 
inches wide and grows to a height of 3 or 4 feet and often higher. 
Thrives along streams in rich, porous soil which is subjected to overflow 
in spring. Will multiply by runners when planted in rich porous soil. 
Thrives in sun or shade and gives universal satisfaction. Plant to 
depth of half of crown and mulch well with grass clippings or leaf 
mold. Each 30c; 3 for 75c; 10 for $2.00. 
Polypodium, Common. (Polypodium vulgare)—RS 
Fronds 4—6 inches long spreading in dense masses on rocks in shade 
or semi-shade on steep hillsides. Keep them well watered until estab- 
lished. Sold in squares of about 6 inches. Each 30c; 3 for 75c; 10 for $2. 
Royal Fern. (Osmunda regalis)—MS 
Our third member of the Osmunda family. Completely different from 
Cinnamon and Interrupted. Fronds are deeply cut like mountain ash. 
Pale-green foliage, growing 2—3 feet in height. Prefers moist, shady 
location. Can be grown in shallow, still water or boggy soil. Each 35c; 
3,for’$1.00; 10-for $2275: 
Sensitive Fern. (Onoclea sensibilis)—-RMO Foundation. 
Fronds are different from most other ferns. Growing to a height of 
6 to 30 inches forming a dense mat. Prefers moist locations. Cover 
roots with 1% inch of soil. Each 30c; 3 for 75c; 10 for $2.00. 
Toothed Wood Fern. (Dryopteris spinulosum)—MS 
Fronds 1 to 3 feet remaining green all winter. Plant crown level with 
surface. Each 30c; 3 for 75c; 10 for $2.00. 
Winged Wood Fern. (Dryopteris hexagonoptera)—RS 
A tiny fern which, if given proper conditions, will form a dense mat 
of growth in rich shady soil. 3—4 inches high. Each 30c; 3 for 75c; 
10 for $2.00. 

Foundation Planting. Hardy Ferns. 
