Dryopteris carthusiana

Toothed Wood Fern

USDA Zone: 2-9

Plant number: 9.030.120

(Formerly Dryopteris spinulosa) This is a very easy garden fern, native all over the northern hemisphere. Plants produce tall, bright-green fronds that are often used by florists for greenery. A good fern for massing, or using as a specimen in the woodland garden. This adapts well to moist or even wet sites. Trim old fronds back to the ground in late winter. Deciduous.

Further details for
Dryopteris carthusiana

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 or
  Wet

Care Level
Easy

Appearance and Characteristics

Flower Colour

Blooming Time

Foliage Color
Deep Green

Plant Uses & Characteristics
  Accent: Good Texture/Form
  Attracts Butterflies
  Border
  Containers
  Cut Flower
  Deer Resistant
  Rabbit Resistant
  Ground Cover
  Massed
  Waterside
  Wild Flower
  Woodland

Flower Head Size

Height
60-90 cm
23-35 inches

Spread
30-45 cm
12-18 inches

Foot Traffic
None

Growth Rate
Medium