| Common Name | Bracken Fern |
| Family | Dennstaedtiaceae |
| Genus | Pteridium |
| Species | Aquilinum |
| Origin | Temperate Northern Hemisphere |
| Blooming | Non-flowering, reproduces via spores on frond undersides |
| Leaf Color | Blue-green to bright green |
| Sunlight | Shade / Half-shade |
| Category | Outdoor plants |
| Pet Friendly | No |
Moist, humus-rich, acidic soil with good drainage
Keep consistently moist during growing season, reduce in winter dormancy
Prefers partial shade but tolerates full sun if soil remains moist
Apply compost or balanced fertilizer in early spring annually
Remove dead fronds in late winter before new growth
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