Giant Leather Fern (Acrostichum danaeifolium) toy the Loblolly Pine is a

the Loblolly Pine is a staple in native plantings and conservation-focused projects

School-age children of all ages will enjoy it

Moisture level: Wet to slightly moist

including the Striped Hairstreak butterfly

Giant Leather Fern (Acrostichum danaeifolium) toy the Loblolly Pine is aGiant Leather Fern (Acrostichum danaeifolium) is a dramatic, perennial fern that adds bold texture and greenery to wet landscapes. Growing to an impressive height of 6 to 12 feet with a spread of 5 to 10 feet, this striking plant thrives in moist, aquatic soils, such as clay, loam, sand, or organic muck. Requiring part shade, it flourishes in areas with consistent moisture but is not drought tolerant, making it ideal for swampy or water adjacent