Description
This Wood Fern, also called Scaly Buckner Fern, is a hardy, semi-evergreen perennial prized for its glossy, overlapping fronds and fine-textured leaflets. This reliable performer adds structure and texture to Massachusetts gardens year-round, thriving in both cold and heat with minimal maintenance. Its rich green foliage remains attractive through the seasons, making it a solid foundation plant for shady areas. Wood Fern adapts easily to climate swings and is a dependable anchor in woodland gardens.
Ideal for shaded Massachusetts spaces, Scaly Buckner Fern pairs beautifully with hostas and other woodland companions. It’s heat and shade tolerant, with a spreading habit that slowly forms dense, natural-looking groundcover. Whether used for erosion control on shaded slopes or as a calming contrast in garden beds, Wood Fern is a resilient and attractive choice for any New England landscape.
Each plant comes in a #1 (1 gallon) growers container. The image shown represents an example of what you may receive. Please note that the height, shape, and fullness of each plant may vary due to natural growth patterns. Rest assured, we will select the healthiest and most vibrant plant for you.
Plant Specs:
Botanical Name: Dryopteris remota
Color: yellow/gold
Light: part sun – full shade
Watering: around one – two times a week
Soil: moist, well draining
Zone: 4 – 8
Plant Shape: arching
Plant Type: perennial fern
Mature Size: height (24″ – 36″), width (34″ – 38″)
Blooming Season: n/a
Growth Rate: medium
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