Ferns are easy to grow and readily available in big box stores, garden
centers, and mail-order nurseries, making them a popular ornamental
among new and advanced gardeners. Perfect for containers, borders,
layered gardens, foliage accents, and shady areas, ferns come in a range
of colors and varieties. The Plant Lover's Guide to Ferns, by fern
enthusiasts Richie Steffen and Sue Olsen, is packed with information on
these reliable plants. The book includes profiles for 134 plants, with
information on growth and propagation, advice on using ferns in garden
design, and lists of where to buy the plants and where to view them in
public gardens.