Dryopteris expansa 
                          
                             
                                Northwest Wood Fern | 
                                USDA Zone: 5-9 | 
                              
                           
                          Plant number: 9.030.240 
                          
                                                    Native to the woodlands of the Pacific Northwest, this fern in often seen growing in damp moss or on rotting logs. Plants form an upright clump of finely divided dark green fronds, well suited to massing in a woodland garden. This is a well-behaved non invasive species. Prefers a moist soil on the acidic side. Deciduous. 
                          
                          Further details for  Dryopteris expansa
   
      
           
           
           Optimal Growing Conditions
           
           
               Sun Exposure                   Partial Shade or   Full Shade
                  Soil Type                   Clay
                  Soil pH                   Neutral 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                                                      Ground Cover                    Massed                                                                                        Wild Flower                    Woodland
              Flower Head Size                                                                                     
             Height                               60-90 cm                     23-35 inches
              Spread                    45-60 cm                     18-23 inches
              Foot Traffic                   None
                 Growth Rate                   Medium             
       
  
                          
                          Disclaimer:  This information is presented for reference only. This plant is not currently part of our Heritage Perennials lineup.                            
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