Features:Foliage: Triangular, glossy dark green fronds with lacy pinnae.New Growth: Emerging croziers covered in golden hairs (spring).Texture: Finely dissected, papery fronds.Habit: Dense, clump-forming evergreen
Mature Height: 1-2 ft
Mature Width: 3-5 ft
Growth Rate: Moderate
Light Needs: Partial to full shade
Key Advantages:Year-round evergreen interest.Deer resistant foliage.Striking golden spring foliage.Tolerates heavy shade
Cultural Requirements:Soil: Moist, well-drained humus-rich soil.Water: Consistent moisture (drought sensitive).Maintenance: Low; remove old fronds in spring
Landscape Uses:Woodland gardens.Shaded rock gardens.Understory plantings.Container specimens
Special Attributes:Hardiness: USDA Zones 5-8.Rabbit resistant.Non-invasive clumping habit
Note:Fronds retain their glossy appearance throughout winter in mild climates.