Cystopteris bulbifera

Berry Bladder Fern/Bulbet Fern

This is one of the few ferns that reproduce vegetatively as well as by spores. In mid-summer, they produce tiny “berries” or “bulblets” on the underside of the fronds, which grow into new plants when they contact the ground. Fronds are long and narrow.

Height: Up to 17 inches

Sun Requirements: Full shade to part shade

Water Requirements: Moist humus rich soils