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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
Appearance and Characteristics
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
Flower ColourBlooming TimeFoliage 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
Height 60-90 cm 23-35 inches
Spread 30-45 cm 12-18 inches
Foot Traffic None
Growth Rate Medium