Log Fern is a semi-evergreen native fern with an upright habit and firm, glossy dark green fronds with contrasting dark stems. Thrives in rich, moist, acidic soils with bright shade. Tolerates drought once established.
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Type: |
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Origins: |
Southeast N. America; GA Native |
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Height: |
2' - 4’ |
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Spread: |
1.5’ - 2.5’ |
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Spacing: |
2’ |
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USDA Hardiness Zone: |
5 - 9 |
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Culture: |
Part Sun, Full Shade |
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Bloom Color: |
N/A |
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Season of Interest: |
MAINTENANCE NEEDS: Low Maintenance. It can tolerate wet soils and heavy shade. Protect from winds. No serious disease or pest issues.
LANDSCAPE USES: Accents or Group Plantings, Borders, Woodland Garden, Rock Gardens, Native Gardens, Naturalized Areas, Pond Edges, and Containers.
COMPANION PLANTS: Leopard Plant, Lungwort, Bleeding Heart
IMAGES: Krzysztof Ziarnek, Kenraiz, Dryopteris celsa kz1, CC BY-SA 4.0, (2) PumpkinSky, Dryopteris celsa NBG LR, CC BY-SA 4.0, (3) Photo by David J. Stang, Dryopteris celsa 1zz, CC BY-SA 4.0
*As plants have ranges in appearance they may not appear as the images shown.
