Dryopteris ludoviciana
Southern Shield Fern
Item #: 611
Zones: 6a to 9b, possibly colder
Dormancy: Evergreen
Height: 36" tall
Origin: United States
Pot Size: 3.5" pot (24 fl. oz/0.7 L)
Dryopteris ludoviciana is a stately, semi-evergreen, clumping fern, native to the southeastern US, that makes a wonderful addition to the woodland garden. The shiny but leathery 3' tall fronds form a striking upright architectural specimen in the garden. Despite being native to swamps, Dryopteris ludoviciana has performed admirably for us in normal garden conditions. According to fern guru Dr. John Mickel, southern shield fern also occasionally occurs naturally on limestone outcrops, indicating a good tolerance for sweet soils.
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Other Attributes
Genus: Dryopteris
Leaf Color: Green
Container Role: Thrillers
Garden Themes: Cottage Garden Plants , Living Wall
Other: Deer Resistant Plants , Dry Shade Plants , Florida Native Plants , Georgia native plants , Giant Plants , Groundcovers , North American Native Plants , North Carolina Native Plants , Rain Garden Plants , Texas Native Plants , United States Native Plants