Fern-Dryopteris goldiana #1
Fern-Dryopteris goldiana #1
Goldie's Wood Fern
Largest native wood fern, robust fronds, thrives in cool moist shade
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A deep green native wood fern named for Scottish botanist John Goldie. Prefers moist, rich, well-drained soils in full to partial shade. Needs protection from wind. Spreads slowly by rhizomes. Best planted in masses in the shaded or woodland garden. Grows in a vase shape to 3 -4'
Botanical Name- Dryopteris goldiana
Pronunciation- dry-OP-ter-iss gol-dee-AY-nuh
Foliage- Deciduous
Mature Width-
Mature Height-
Sun Exposure- Part shade to full shade
Soil Preferences- Moist, humus-rich
Current Size- #1
Bloom Color- Foliage
Bloom Time-
Companion Plants- Rodgersia aesculifolia (bold foliage, partial shade synergy)
Fauna Attracted- Shelter for beneficial insects, not a nectar plant
Plant Habit- Perennial
- Care Rating- Moderate
Default Beavercreek Nursery Bin - PP3
Yearly Care Instructions- Remove old fronds in late winter; keep soil consistently moist and fertilize lightly.
Trimming Instructions- Cut back old fronds in early spring before new growth emerges.
Fertilization Instructions- Use a balanced, slow-release fertilizer (e.g., 14-14-14) at half strength in early spring; low feeding need. Ferns in clay soil appreciate added organic matter.
Fertilizer Recommendation- Plant-tone
Possible Issues- Slugs, root rot
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