Ferns are diverse but bloomless foliar perennials that are much appreciated for their lush foliage, intricate textures and ...

The native western sword fern, shown here surrounding the bird bath, can grow anywhere from 2 to 6 feet tall. It thrives in the moist, temperate climate of the Pacific Northwest and does well in a ...

Nearly 400 million years ago, a couple of hundred million years before flowering plants appeared on Earth, ferns and their allies climbed up out of the water and onto land to eventually dominate the ...

If winter's duller palette leaves you yearning for color and flowers have yet to emerge, look more closely on an early spring walk, run or hike. Lichen, with its array of electric orange, green and ...