Care

Planting & Growing
Prefers moist, enriched, humusy soils; shelter from drying winter winds. Water deeply, regularly during the first growing season to establish root system; once established, water as needed to maintain evenly moist soil. Fertilize regularly during growing season. Cut back old fronds after new growth begins in spring.

Brand Monrovia Growers
Deer Resistant Yes
Evergreen or Deciduous Deciduous
Family Name Dryopteridaceae
Bloom Time Prized for foliage.
Foliage Color Green
Genus Name Dryopteris
Hardiness Zone 05
Landscape Uses Border,Container
Light Needs Full shade,Partial shade
Mature Height 3 ft
Mature Width 3 ft
Water Needs High