Name: Fern-T. Southern Wood
Brand: GoBuyPlants
SKU: 5250101
Price: 47.75 USD
Availability: InStock

Create a lush native woodland effect with tall arching fronds and dependable shade performance. Southern Wood Fern forms a broad clump of light to medium green fronds that remain attractive late into the season. Its strong size and Southeastern native range make it a natural fit for moist shade gardens.

Growing Guide

Sun Exposure: Part Sun to Full Shade
USDA Hardiness Zones: 7 - 10
Mature Height: 2'–4'
Mature Width: 2'–4'
Spacing: 3'
Soil: Rich, moist, well-drained soil
Water Needs: Moderate
Growth Rate: Fast

Plant Details

Botanical Name: Thelypteris kunthii
Common Name: Southern Wood Fern
Plant Type: Semi-Evergreen Native Fern
Bloom Color: Inconspicuous
Season of Interest: Fall, Year-Round
Foliage: Semi-Evergreen
Growth Habit: Tall, Arching, and Clumping
Pollinator Friendly: Yes

Key Features

Tall arching green fronds
Native to the Southeast
Fast clumping growth
Provides fall and winter texture
Excellent for moist shade

Landscape Uses

Native gardens
Woodland borders
Mass plantings
Moist shade beds
Naturalized areas

Planting & Care Tips

Plant in part sun to full shade.
Provide rich, moist soil.
Water regularly during establishment.
Remove old fronds in late winter before new growth emerges.

Companion Plants

Aucuba Picturata
Carex Ice Dance
Fatsia Spider's Web
Hydrangea quercifolia
Liriope Big Blue

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

3 GALLON

Plant Size at Shipment: (12" x 8")

Quantity

Georgia Grown

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