Care

Planting & Growing
Provide organically rich, slightly acidic, moist, well-drained soil. Water deeply and regularly during the first growing season to establish an extensive root system; once established, water regularly to maintain evenly moist soil. Fertilize regularly during the growing season. Cut back old fronds after new growth begins in spring.

Deer Resistant Yes
Evergreen or Deciduous Evergreen
Family Name Wood Fern
Bloom Time Prized for foliage.
Foliage Color Green
Genus Name Dryopteris
Growth Rate Medium
Hardiness Zone 4
Landscape Uses Border, Container, Edging, Groundcover, Massing, Urban Garden, Woodland Garden
Light Needs Shade, Partial Shade
Mature Height 24 inches
Mature Width 18 inches
Prune Time Cut Back In Fall
Water Needs Average to Moist
Waterwise 0