Cheilanthes distans Hydrastis especially early in the morning

especially early in the morning

We find a slightly moist organic-rich soil is best

If flowering slows

Mature specimens of Agave havardiana are topped with stunningly massive 12' tall asparagus-looking flower spikes in summer

Cheilanthes distans Hydrastis especially early in the morningWe have been very pleased with the ease of growing the xeric (likes it dry) fern, Cheilanthes distans, which hails from rocky outcrops in New Zealand and Australia. Cheilanthes distans is a charming dwarf dryland fern that forms a tight 6" tall, dense clump of stiff black stipes, each adorned with stiff, green, crinkly foliage. Cheilanthes distans is an easy to grow specimen for rock gardens and miniature railroads from zone 7b south, and in the North