Fern Pellaea rotundifolia CalNative 1 gal

Plant Specifications

• Height & Spread: 8–12 inches tall, 12–18 inches wide
  
  
• Growth Habit: Compact, clumping, evergreen fern
  
  
• Light Requirements: Bright indirect light to partial shade
  
  
• Water Requirements: Low to moderate; prefers moist but well-drained soil
  
  
• Fertilizer Requirements: Light organic fertilizer once or twice during the growing season
  

Pellaea rotundifolia, or Button Fern, is a compact evergreen fern with small, round, leathery leaflets on arching stems. It thrives in shaded areas, offering neat texture and structure for containers, borders, or indoor plantings. This hardy species adapts well to drier shade once established, making it a dependable low-maintenance choice for East Bay gardens. It performs best with filtered light and evenly moist soil and is an attractive companion for other woodland perennials and ferns.