Description
Easily grown in average, medium moisture soils in part shade to full shade. Prefers moist, rich, humusy, acidic soils in bright shade with protection from wind.
Dryopteris celsa
(Fern, Log)
$12.99
Hardiness Zones:
5a 5b 6a 6b 7a 7b 8a 8b 9a 9bQuick Overview:
Dryopteris celsa, the log fern, is by nature a swamp lover (on logs?) but lacking a swamp can enjoy life in moist to wet preferably acidic garden habitats. The strongly vertical 3 to 4 foot deciduous fronds are a lustrous green and, of note, evenly tapered to the tips. It is a fertile hybrid between Dryopteris ludoviciana (southern shield fern) and Dryopteris goldiana (Goldie?s wood fern). Although the latter is no longer found in the south it bequeathed cold tolerance to its offspring. Consequently Dryopteris celsa is at home in climates zones from 5
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Additional information
| Common Name | Fern, Log |
|---|---|
| Botanical Name | Dryopteris celsa |
| Container/Amount | 1 gallon |
| Evergreen or Deciduous | Evergreen |
| Hardiness Zone | 5a, 5b, 6a, 6b, 7a, 7b, 8a, 8b, 9a, 9b |
| Growth Rate | Average |
| Light Requirements | Part-shade, Shade |
| Height | 3 to 4 ft. |
| Width | 2 to 3 ft. |
| Soil Condition | Wet Soils |
| Water Needs | Average |
| Fragrance | No |
| Foliage Color | green |
| Deer Resistant | Yes |
