Virginia Chain Fern
About Virginia Chain Fern
Woodwardia virginica, or Virginia Chain Fern, can be found in moist, acidic soil near bogs, streams, ponds, or water gardens. It is easy to grow and spreads rapidly and is best planted in full sun to shade in sandy to humus-rich acidic soil.
Taxonomy
Anchistea virginica
Anchistea
Blechnaceae
Polypodiales
Also known as
Anchistea, Anchistea virginica and Virginia chain fern
How to care for Virginia Chain Fern
Water
How often to water your Virginia Chain Fern
every 9
Virginia Chain Fern needs 0.5 cups of water every 9 when it doesn’t get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot.
Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.
Water 0.5 cups every
9
Light
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Finding light for Virginia Chain Fern in your home
a window
Virginia Chain Fern may have difficulty thriving, and will drop leaves 🍃, without ample sunlight.
Place it less than 3 feet from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.
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Nutrients
How to fertilize Virginia Chain Fern
Most potting soils come with ample nutrients which plants use to produce new growth.
By the time your plant has depleted the nutrients in its soil it’s likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.
To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Virginia Chain Fern after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.
FAQs
Virginia Chain Fern is generally considered an easy-to-care-for plant and makes a great choice for beginners!
Toxicity
Greg does not have confirmed data on this plant’s toxicity. If you, a family member, or a pet consumes plant material of unknown toxicity, it’s always best to consult a medical professional.
If you or someone else ingested this plant, call Poison Control at US (800) 222-1222. If a pet consumed this plant, contact your veterinarian or the ASPCA at US (888) 426-4435.
Growth Pattern
Virginia Chain Fern grows along the ground and sends out shoots which will spread across the soil.
Growing Outdoors
USDA Hardiness Zone
Virginia Chain Fern can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 4a-10b. Find your local hardiness zone here.
Care Summary for Virginia Chain Fern
Virginia Chain Fern
Greg recommends:
Water
0.5 cups every 9 days
Placement
< 3ft from a window
Nutrients
Repot after 2x growth
Based on the 4” pot your plant is in, and that it doesn’t get direct sunlight.
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