different types of ferns plants
Wood fern (Dryopteris) Plant these delicate, medium-sized ferns in mixed borders to show off their feathery fronds. Autumn ferns (D. erythrosora) are one of the few ferns with seasonal color variation and their fronds change from pale gold and pink in spring to green in summer and rusty copper in fall. The ferns spread by underground stems to form swaths in garden beds.
Boston Fern The most common indoor fern, Boston ferns are long-lived plants that can reach more than 5 feet tall and wide at maturity (though indoors they rarely reach that size). Fern breeders have released a large number of varieties -- from selections with golden fronds to fantastically frilled fronds.
Lady Fern is easy to grow and thrive in moist, well-drained soil. Plants can tolerate dry soil conditions better than most other ferns. Lady ferns grow best in shaded areas of the garden but can handle sun if soil is constantly moist. They grow to be 1 to 3 feet high and have a plant spread of 1 to 2-1/2 feet.
Bird's Nest Fern Another of our favorites, bird's nest fern is a slow-growing plant with bright green fronds that radiate from the center of the plant, creating a vase or bird's nest shape. It's versatile and easy to grow. Silver Brake Fern Create a distinctive look in your home with this fern.