{"product_id":"fern-holly","title":"Fern Holly","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHolly Fern\u003c\/strong\u003e, Cyrtomium falcatum, is a hardy, evergreen fern known for its glossy, dark green, holly-like fronds that add texture to shady gardens. It thrives in partial to full shade with moist, well-drained soil and is a popular choice for containers, borders, and woodland \u003cbr\u003esettings due to its low-maintenance, deer-resistant, and drought-tolerant nature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Characteristics \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e• \u003cstrong\u003eAppearance\u003c\/strong\u003e: Stiff, leathery, dark green fronds with coarsely fringed, holly-like leaflets.\u003cbr\u003e• \u003cstrong\u003eSize\u003c\/strong\u003e: Typically grows 18-30 inches tall and wide.\u003cbr\u003e• \u003cstrong\u003eHabit\u003c\/strong\u003e: Forms clumps with an open, vase-like shape.\u003cbr\u003e• \u003cstrong\u003eHardiness\u003c\/strong\u003e: Hardy in USDA zones 6-10, tolerating cold better than many ferns.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowing Conditions\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cbr\u003e• \u003cstrong\u003eLight\u003c\/strong\u003e: Partial to full shade; avoid harsh afternoon sun.\u003cbr\u003e• \u003cstrong\u003eSoil\u003c\/strong\u003e: Moist, well-drained, humus-rich soil is ideal; avoid soggy conditions.\u003cbr\u003e• \u003cstrong\u003eWater\u003c\/strong\u003e: Water regularly, especially during the first year, to establish roots; keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.\u003cbr\u003e• \u003cstrong\u003eFertilizer\u003c\/strong\u003e: Feed periodically during the growing season with a balanced fertilizer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUses \u0026amp; Benefits \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e• \u003cstrong\u003eLandscape\u003c\/strong\u003e: Excellent for shade gardens, rock gardens, borders, and containers.\u003cbr\u003e• \u003cstrong\u003eDeer Resistant\u003c\/strong\u003e: A good choice for areas with deer pressure.\u003cbr\u003e• \u003cstrong\u003eVersatile\u003c\/strong\u003e: Can be grown indoors as a houseplant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare \u0026amp; Maintenance\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cbr\u003e• \u003cstrong\u003ePruning\u003c\/strong\u003e: Cut back old, faded fronds in early spring before new growth appears.\u003cbr\u003e• \u003cstrong\u003eWinter Care\u003c\/strong\u003e: Mulch crowns with straw in colder zones for protection.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"My Store","offers":[{"title":"1 gallon","offer_id":50175821152533,"sku":null,"price":7.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0882\/6834\/1525\/files\/100.jpg?v=1789456448","url":"https:\/\/discountplantsdirect.com\/products\/fern-holly","provider":"My Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}