Dryopteris marginalis
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Dryopteris marginalis is an evergreen fern with leathery blue-green fronds, an upright vase-shaped crown, and marginal spore clusters.
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Description
Marginal wood fern forms a handsome, nonaggressive clump of leathery blue-green fronds. The upright crown opens into a balanced vase shape, and the broad ovate-to-lanceolate blades curve outward with a durable, finely divided texture.
Its evergreen foliage gives shaded gardens reliable structure through winter. Rounded spore clusters sit close to the outer edges beneath the pinnules, while golden-brown scales accent the emerging fronds and stalk bases. Grow it in humus-rich, moist but well-drained soil protected from strong wind.
Additional information
| Height | 50 cm – 100 cm |
|---|---|
| Spread | 50 cm – 100 cm |
| Synonyms | Aspidium marginale, Lastrea marginalis, Nephrodium marginale, Polypodium marginale, Thelypteris marginalis |
| Family | Dryopteridaceae |
| Propagation | Propagate by dividing established clumps or by sowing spores. |
| Pests | Generally pest-free; aphids may occasionally feed on the fronds. |
| Diseases | Generally disease-free. |
| Pruning | Remove damaged or old fronds in spring when needed. |
| Hazardous information | This plant is toxic if eaten; do not consume any part. |
| Hazardous | yes |
| Variegated | unknown |
| Watering instructions | Keep soil moist while establishing, then water during extended dry periods. |
| Sunlight instructions | Plant in partial or full shade, sheltered from strong wind. |
| Aspect | East, West, North |
| Foliage | Evergreen |
| Habit | Clump-former |
| Moisture | Moist but Well Drained |
| Ph | Acid, Neutral |
| Position | Partial shade, Full shade |
| Shape | Upright, Arching |
| Suggest planting location | Woodland Garden, Flowering borders, Cottage and informal gardens, Rock and alpine gardens, Underplanting for roses and shrubs |
| Type | Fern |
| Use for | Rabbit resistant, Shade Garden, Low maintenance |
| Years to max height | 5 |
| Drought resistance | moderate |
| Cultivation | Grow in humus-rich, moist but well-drained acid to neutral soil in partial or full shade. Shelter the fronds from strong wind and mulch to conserve moisture. |
| Soil | Clay, Loam |
| Local names | Marginal wood fern |
| Blomidon Item No | MO23017548, Z2DRYM0001G |
| Usps | Evergreen blue-green fronds preserve woodland structure through winter., Marginal sori and a tidy vase-shaped crown give distinctive character. |
| Common Name | Marginal Wood Fern |