sunset fern · Pruning

sunset fern · Dryopteris lepidopoda

Plant in a moist but well drained, preferably neutral to acid loam in partial to full shade. Tolerant of dry shade once established but water regularly in their first season and mulch well. Dislikes excessive winter wet. For more information see our advice page how to grow ferns.

Watering: Keep soil consistently moist with higher humidity and no hot drying windsSunlight: Full shade · Partial shadeInformation to be completed