Dryopteris arguta

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Wood Fern

Wood fern is a beautiful evergreen fern that grows about 3′ high x 3′ wide.

Tolerating more sun than other northwest ferns, this species is found growing on steep wooded slopes or on sunny riverbanks.

More drought tolerant than many ferns. Lovely dark green foliage that would add to a woodland garden.  It is also suitable for containers.

Sun: Part Shade, Shade

Water: Dry, Light, Moderate

Soil: Loam

Other: Drought Tolerant, Deer Resistant

 

Ecological Value

Ferns are browsed by wildlife.
Container

1-Gal, 5-Gal
Historical Uses

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Distribution

West of the Cascades, southern Washington to California and east to Arizona; also in the mountains of eastern Oregon.
Elevation

Between 0 and 6000' in elevation
Communities
Habitat

It grows on north slopes and shady creeks.

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