Table 1 Favorable conditions (Dykeman 1985)
From: Matteuccia struthiopteris (L.) Todaro (fiddlehead fern): an updated review
Variable | Condition |
|---|---|
Avg. fertility season | Winter and spring |
Foliage season | Summer (crozier forming ferns) |
Sunlight | Prefer slightly partial shade but tolerate full shade or full sun if the soil stays moist |
Soil type | Rocky, loamy |
Soil pH | Slightly acidic (5.5–6.5 is adequate) |
Soil moisture | Moist |
Ultimate height | 0.5Â m to over 2.0Â m |
Ultimate spread | Around 1.2Â m |