Dryopteris formosana

Also Known As

Formosa Wood Fern
Limelight Wood Fern

Plant type

fern

size

H: 2'-3'
W: 2'-3'

planting zones

6a-9b

Dryopteris formosana plant details

Dryopteris formosana is an evergreen fern with chartreuse and green foliage. Grows well with mostly sun - shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Dryopteris formosana

Plant type: fern
Plant family: dryopteridaceae
Foliage: evergreen chartreuse and green
Mature size: 2 FT - 3 FT - wide, 2 FT - 3 FT - tall
Uses: container plant, easy-to-grow, woodland garden, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Dryopteris formosana

USDA Zones: 6a - 9b
Sun exposure: mostly sun - shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: deer and rabbit, verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A very attractive wood fern with bright, limey yellow new fronds aging to dark green pentagonal, lustrous, tripinnate blades. New fronds emerge in late spring into fall. Plant in in low sun to full shade & well drained soil. Zones 6 to 9. Height: 18” to 24”. Evergreen.

By: Sebright Gardens

New fronds arise each spring with one of the most intense yellow-green colors around. This evergreen fern has triangular-shaped fronds which adds to its appeal. This group of ferns are older with well established root systems.