Macho fern is listed as cold-hardy in Zone 9. However, to save some green top growth, I plan to provide protection during future freezes, especially if temperatures are predicted to fall into the 20s.

With ferns like Kimberly Queen, macho and fishtail, take note of where the fronds emerge — never cut below that point. When possible, it is best to only cut part of the frond.

Macho ferns are attractive in landscapes or containers. They like bright light, but not afternoon sun. Water well each time the soil dries. Use a water-soluble balanced fertilizer, such as 20-20 ...

Whether you love the laciness of some ferns, how some blanket yards as natural ground cover, fill shady areas or bring a sense of the wild into your garden, ferns make a fabulous landscaping choice.

Incidentally, most ornamental ferns that are common to our area, including Macho fern, need protection to survive temperatures below 32 degrees. To follow-up, ...

That Victorian love affair continues today but has competition from some of its newer relatives, namely Macho and Kimberly Queen. Boston fern ((Nephrolepis exaltata Bostoniensis) — still the most ...

• Macho fern (Nephrolepis biserrata ‘Macho’) is one of the top landscape ferns used, but the last one I would recommend! It is a beautiful fern, ...