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Coastal Wood Fern

Dryopteris wallichiana

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Overview

Dryopteris wallichiana, or Coastal Wood Fern, is an eye-catching perennial favored for its lush, semi-evergreen fronds that can reach 3-5 feet in height. This fern boasts upright, lance-shaped fronds with a handsome dark central stalk. It thrives in partial to full shade in moist, well-drained soil. Hardy in USDA Zones 6-8, it's an excellent choice for woodland gardens, adding texture and verdant elegance.

Sun ShadeWater Extra in Summer, High, MediumZones 8–10Type FernClimate Temperate
Coastal Wood Fern (Dryopteris wallichiana) — dark green fronds that grow in a shuttlecock-like fashion
Coastal Wood Fern (Dryopteris wallichiana) — the Coastal Wood Fern can serve as an excellent backdrop for shade gardensCoastal Wood Fern (Dryopteris wallichiana) — is an eye-catching perennial favored for its lush; it thrives in partial to full shade in moist, well-drained soilCoastal Wood Fern (Dryopteris wallichiana) — as long as it is kept moist.<br><br>When designing landscapes; the Coastal Wood Fern can serve as an excellentCoastal Wood Fern (Dryopteris wallichiana) — semi-evergreen fern renowned for its robust and upright form; fern for shadeCoastal Wood Fern (Dryopteris wallichiana) — attractive plant that provides year-round interest; its lush appearance and sturdiness make it a reliable andCoastal Wood Fern (Dryopteris wallichiana) — Fronds can reach a length of 3 to 4 feet when mature+58

Culture

Sun
Shade
Water
Extra in Summer, High, Medium
USDA zones
8–10

Shape & size

Mature height
2–4 Ft.
Mature width
5–6 Ft.

Classification

Type
Fern
Family
Polypodiaceae
Climate
Temperate

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Coastal Wood Fern (Dryopteris wallichiana) — dark green fronds that grow in a shuttlecock-like fashion
Coastal Wood Fern (Dryopteris wallichiana) — the Coastal Wood Fern can serve as an excellent backdrop for shade gardens
Coastal Wood Fern (Dryopteris wallichiana) — is an eye-catching perennial favored for its lush; it thrives in partial to full shade in moist, well-drained soil
Coastal Wood Fern (Dryopteris wallichiana) — as long as it is kept moist.<br><br>When designing landscapes; the Coastal Wood Fern can serve as an excellent
Coastal Wood Fern (Dryopteris wallichiana) — semi-evergreen fern renowned for its robust and upright form; fern for shade
Coastal Wood Fern (Dryopteris wallichiana) — attractive plant that provides year-round interest; its lush appearance and sturdiness make it a reliable and
Coastal Wood Fern (Dryopteris wallichiana) — Fronds can reach a length of 3 to 4 feet when mature
Coastal Wood Fern (Dryopteris wallichiana) — or alongside water features where its fronds will create movement and interest
Coastal Wood Fern (Dryopteris wallichiana) — well-drained soil with plenty of organic matter
Coastal Wood Fern (Dryopteris wallichiana) — or alongside water features where its fronds will create movement and interest; dark green fronds that grow in a
Coastal Wood Fern (Dryopteris wallichiana) — fern for shade
Coastal Wood Fern (Dryopteris wallichiana) — dark green fronds that grow in a shuttlecock-like fashion; semi-evergreen fern renowned for its robust and upright
Coastal Wood Fern (Dryopteris wallichiana) — While it tolerates short periods of dry soil, it shows its best growth with consistent moisture; this fern boasts
Coastal Wood Fern (Dryopteris wallichiana) — as long as it is kept moist.<br><br>When designing landscapes
Coastal Wood Fern (Dryopteris wallichiana) — semi-evergreen fronds that can reach 3-5 feet in height; making it a substantial addition to the
Coastal Wood Fern (Dryopteris wallichiana) — contributing both texture and a touch of elegance to any garden
Coastal Wood Fern (Dryopteris wallichiana) — making it a substantial addition to the garden.<br><br>Hardy in USDA zones 6 through 8; hardy in USDA Zones 6-8
Coastal Wood Fern (Dryopteris wallichiana) — This fern boasts upright, lance-shaped fronds with a handsome dark central stalk; or alongside water features
Coastal Wood Fern (Dryopteris wallichiana) — Plant them at intervals of 2 to 3 feet apart to allow them ample room for growth
Coastal Wood Fern (Dryopteris wallichiana) — and educate your clients on its ease of care and graceful presence
Coastal Wood Fern (Dryopteris wallichiana) — this fern thrives in part to full shade and prefers a rich, image 35
Coastal Wood Fern (Dryopteris wallichiana) — well-drained soil with plenty of organic matter; plant them at intervals of 2 to 3 feet apart to allow them ample
Coastal Wood Fern (Dryopteris wallichiana) — making it a substantial addition to the garden.<br><br>Hardy in USDA zones 6 through 8
Coastal Wood Fern (Dryopteris wallichiana) — This species is more sun-tolerant than many other ferns
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