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Dryopteris goldiana

Goldie's fern

Known as shiled fern or giant fern, this species is considered the largest of the Dryopteris species, topping out at four feet. This species thrives in shaded woodland borders and edges, and also tolerates deep shade and browsing by rabbits.

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Height: 30-42 in
Spread: 2-3 ft
Hardiness Zone: 3-8


Bloom Color: Non-Flowering

Characteristics & Attributes

Cultivation Status
Species
Exposure
Part Shade
Shade
Soil Moisture
Wet
Average
Ecoregion
(58) Northeastern Highlands
(83) Eastern Great Lakes Lowlands
(59) Northeastern Coastal Zone
(84) Atlantic Coastal Pine Barrens
(82) Acadian Plains and Hills
Attracts Wildlife
Other Pollinators/Wildlife
Tolerance
Deer/Rabbit Resistant
Additional Attributes
Low Maintenance
Landscape Use
Naturalize
Specimen
Rock garden
Growth Habit
Compact/Clumping


North American Distribution


Goldie's fern - Dryopteris goldiana from Native Plant Trust
Goldie's fern - Dryopteris goldiana from Native Plant Trust