Name: Fern-D. Southern Shield
Brand: GoBuyPlants
SKU: 5246101
Price: 47.75 USD
Availability: OutOfStock

Add tall native fern structure and glossy evergreen texture to moist shaded landscapes. Southern Shield Fern forms an upright vase of leathery dark green fronds. Its strong vertical form works well in woodland gardens, moist borders, and native plantings.

Growing Guide

Sun Exposure: Part Sun to Full Shade
USDA Hardiness Zones: 6 - 10
Mature Height: 2'–4'
Mature Width: 2'–3'
Spacing: 2.5'
Soil: Rich, moist, acidic soil
Water Needs: Moderate
Growth Rate: Moderate

Plant Details

Botanical Name: Dryopteris ludoviciana
Common Name: Southern Shield Fern
Plant Type: Evergreen Native Fern
Bloom Color: Inconspicuous
Season of Interest: Year-Round
Foliage: Evergreen to Semi-Evergreen
Growth Habit: Tall, Upright, and Vase-Shaped
Pollinator Friendly: Yes

Key Features

Glossy dark green fronds
Native to the Southeast
Tall upright habit
Evergreen to semi-evergreen foliage
Drought tolerant once established

Landscape Uses

Native gardens
Woodland borders
Moist shade beds
Mass plantings
Foundation plantings

Planting & Care Tips

Plant in part shade.
Provide rich, moist, acidic soil.
Water regularly during establishment.
Remove damaged fronds in late winter.

Companion Plants

Aucuba Rozannie
Carex Ice Dance
Fatsia japonica
Liriope Big Blue
Hydrangea quercifolia

Please Note: Our photos represent the variety you will receive. Because plants are living products, size and fullness may vary naturally with the season and stage of growth, while remaining true to the variety shown.

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Size

1 GALLON

Plant Size at Shipment: (6" x 6")

Quantity

Georgia Grown

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