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Dryopteris × australis


Dixie Wood Fern

USDA Zone: 5-9

Plant number: 9.030.060


A unique and little-known natural hybrid, this fern has only recently become available to gardeners. Plants have very large dark-green fronds, forming an clump with an upright and arching appearance. Ideal for specimen effect in the moist woodland. Plants slowly spread to form a patch over time. Easily divided every 4 to 5 years in early spring. Occurs occasionally in woodlands of the Eastern USA. Deciduous.

Further details for
Dryopteris × australis

Optimal Growing Conditions

Sun Exposure
  Partial Shade or
  Full Shade
Soil Type
  Clay
Soil pH
  Neutral or
  Alkaline or
  Acid
Soil Moisture
  Average or
  Moist
Care Level
  Easy
Appearance and Characteristics

Flower Colour
Blooming Time
Foliage Color
  Deep Green
Plant Uses & Characteristics
  Accent: Good Texture/Form
  Border
  Containers
  Deer Resistant
  Rabbit Resistant
  Massed
  Specimen
  Waterside
  Wild Flower
  Woodland
Flower Head Size
Height
   120-150 cm
   47-59 inches
Spread
   75-90 cm
   29-35 inches
Foot Traffic
   None

Growth Rate
   Medium












Dryopteris × australis


Dixie Wood Fern

USDA Zone: 5-9

Plant number: 9.030.060


A unique and little-known natural hybrid, this fern has only recently become available to gardeners. Plants have very large dark-green fronds, forming an clump with an upright and arching appearance. Ideal for specimen effect in the moist woodland. Plants slowly spread to form a patch over time. Easily divided every 4 to 5 years in early spring. Occurs occasionally in woodlands of the Eastern USA. Deciduous.

Further details for
Dryopteris × australis

Optimal Growing Conditions

Sun Exposure
  Partial Shade or
  Full Shade
Soil Type
  Clay
Soil pH
  Neutral or
  Alkaline or
  Acid
Soil Moisture
  Average or
  Moist
Care Level
  Easy
Appearance and Characteristics

Flower Colour
Blooming Time
Foliage Color
  Deep Green
Plant Uses & Characteristics
  Accent: Good Texture/Form
  Border
  Containers
  Deer Resistant
  Rabbit Resistant
  Massed
  Specimen
  Waterside
  Wild Flower
  Woodland
Flower Head Size
Height
   120-150 cm
   47-59 inches
Spread
   75-90 cm
   29-35 inches
Foot Traffic
   None

Growth Rate
   Medium