Thelypteris noveboracensis ~ New York Fern Size:1 GALLON at which point should be

at which point should be cut to the ground

first in spring on old wood then again in summer and fall if deadheaded

Image: Ben Skála

Its small cones are green-brown (female) or orange-brown (male) depending on gender

then white as the season progresses

Thelypteris noveboracensis ~ New York Fern Size:1 GALLON at which point should beNew York Fern is a native evergreen fern with lightly arching tapered rich green fronds that emerge bright green and turn purple in fall. Grows best with part shade in the south and moist well drained soils. Drought tolerant once established. Type: Fern Origins: Eastern N. America; GA Native Height: 1' 2 Spread: 1. 5' 2' Spacing: 1. 5 USDA Hardiness Zone: 3 10 Culture: Full Sun, Part Sun Bloom Color: N A Season of Interest: Fall, Year Round