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. (Courtesy of Missouri Botanical Gardens Plant Finder)
Dryopteris marginalis
(Eastern Wood Fern)
$12.99
Hardiness Zones:
5a 5b 6a 6b 7a 7b 8a 8bQuick Overview:
Dryopteris marginalis, commonly called marginal shield fern or wood fern, is an evergreen, native fern which typically forms a non-spreading, vase-shaped clump to 1.5-2′ (infrequently to 3′) tall. This is a woodland fern which is most often found in shaded crevices of rocky ledges and bluffs. Features grayish-green, deeply cut, leathery fronds (15-20″ long). (Courtesy of Missouri Botanical Gardens Plant Finder)
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Additional information
| Common Name | Eastern Wood Fern |
|---|---|
| Botanical Name | Dryopteris marginalis |
| Container/Amount | 1 gallon |
| Evergreen or Deciduous | Evergreen |
| Light Requirements | Part-shade, Shade |
| Hardiness Zone | 5a, 5b, 6a, 6b, 7a, 7b, 8a, 8b |
| Growth Rate | Average |
| Height | 1 to 2 feet |
| Width | 1 1/2 to 2 ft |
| Soil Condition | Moist |
| Water Needs | Average |
| Fragrance | No |
| Foliage Color | green |
| Deer Resistant | Yes |
