Dryopteris ludovisciana
Wood Fern
Description
The wood fern is a attractive, drought tolerant fern that grows 1-2 ft. tall. It has a spreading habit for shady areas and is tolerant to Sunset Zone . The wood fern is also drought tolerant. -Cornflower Farms
Plant Type
Shrub, Ground cover, Fern
Height Range
1-3'
Flower Color
n/a
Flower Season
n/a
Leaf Color
Dark Green, Red
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Half, Shade
Water
Medium
Growth Rate
Moderate, Slow
Soil Type
Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular
Soil Condition
Average
Soil pH
Neutral
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
Japanese, Meadow, Woodland
Accenting Features
n/a
Seasonal Interest
n/a
Location Uses
Entry, Patio
Special Uses
Container
Attracts Wildlife
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
Turn sprinklers on and view them operating at least once a month.
Check for and fix missing drip emitters, leaking sprinklers, valves, and pipes. One broken spray sprinkler can waste 100 gallons in a 10 minute watering cycle.