Log Fern
Dryopteris celsa
SKU
00504
An elegant fern that thrives on the forest floor. Large, 2 to 3 feet long, deep green fronds produce a lush, leafy effect. A superior choice for shade gardens, under large tree canopies, narrow side yards and shaded foundation plantings. An herbaceous perennial.
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Full shade, Partial shade
Water regularly to maintain wet or evenly moist soil - weekly or more.
CHECK RETAILERS FOR AVAILABILITY:
- Lowe's
1701 South Havana Street Aurora CO 80012
- Lowe's
5095 South Santa Fe Drive Littleton CO 80120
- City Floral Co.
1440 Kearney St. Denver CO 80220
- O'toole's Garden Center - Littleton
5201 S. Federal Littleton CO 80123
| Botanical Pronunciation | dry-OP-ter-iss SEL-suh |
|---|---|
| Lore | Ferns are primitive plants that reproduce by spores. The fronds of this and many other native ferns were used as makeshift baskets and wrappers by Native Americans within its range in the hunting and gathering forays. |
| Average Size at Maturity | Moderate growing; reaches 36 to 48 in. tall, 18 to 30 in. wide. |
| Bloom Time | Prized for foliage. |
| Design Ideas | A perfect space filler to fill out shade gardens and landscapes under large shade trees or groves. Exceptional for filling gaps in rock waterfalls where shade prevents other plants. A good problem solver for narrow sideyards and fleshes out difficult north facing foundation planting. |
| Deciduous/ Evergreen | Herbaceous |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Garden Style | Asian/Zen, Rustic, Tropical |
| Growth Habit | Clumping |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Landscape Use | Border, Container, Erosion Control, Mass Planting, Specimen, Very Wet Areas, Woodland Garden |
| Light Needs | Full shade, Partial shade |
| Soil Needs | All-Purpose Plant Food |
| Special Feature | Easy Care, Gift Plant, Naturalizes Well, North American Native Selection, Shade Loving, Tolerates Acidic Soil, Tolerates Wet Soils |
| Water Needs | High |
| Watering Needs | Water regularly to maintain wet or evenly moist soil - weekly or more. |
Provide organically rich, slightly acidic, moist, well-drained soil. Water deeply and regularly during the first growing season to establish an extensive root system; once established, adapts to varied soil moisture conditions. Fertilize regularly during growing season. Cut back old fronds after new growth begins in spring.
This Plant's Growing Zones: 5 - 9
Your USDA Cold Hardiness Zone: 5
Good to grow!