Silver Ribbon Fern is common in Florida. In the center of the photo, you’ll see a Silver Lace Fern. In my well mulched backyard, these two ferns seem to sprout up nearly together. They are Zone 8 to 11 plants and like moist conditions and partial sun. They will spread in shady areas. It is a very available fern.

Another name for the fern is Cretan Brake Ferns, and I don’t know where the name “brake” came from. Anyone know? For those who would like to receive my occasional postings (usually 1 to 2 per month), please sign up in the email box. Your email will not be shared with anyone and used only for notification of postings.

I’ve been asked to include more indoor or patio/balcony plants. Well, this is definitely one that can spend some time indoors although it likes high humidity that comes from outdoors.

Happy Gardening,

Dave