Goldy's Wood Fern

Name: Goldy's Wood Fern
Brand: Spotswood Greenery
Price: 41.99 USD
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Dryopteris goldiana

North American Native

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Fronds emerge a striking golden-yellow in spring before maturing to a rich, bright green. This robust fern provides a bold, vertical habit and retains its color well into the season, offering a vibrant contrast to darker foliage.

Size at Maturity

Height 3'- 4' Spread 4'- 6'

Growing Zone

USDA Hardiness Zones 3-8

Lowest Temperatures -40°F to -30°F

Light Requirements

Part shade to full shade - less than 6 hours direct sunlight per day

Host Plant For

Host to various fern-feeding moths

Native Range

AL, CT, DC, DE, GA, IA, IL, IN, KY, MA, MD, ME, MI, MN, MO, NC, NH, NJ, NY, OH, PA, SC, TN, VA, VT, WI, WV

Special Conditions

Deer Resistant
Wet Soil

Seasons of Interest

Spring
Summer
Fall

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Planting and Care Guide

Planting Tips

Plant in moist, humus-rich, well-drained to consistently moist soil. Space 18–24 inches apart. Water thoroughly after planting and mulch around the base.

Care Tips

Water consistently throughout the season- this fern prefers reliably moist conditions. Remove old or tattered fronds in early spring before new growth unfurls. Divide clumps every 4–5 years in spring. No fertilization is generally needed in organically enriched soil, though a light spring application can encourage lush growth. A tough, semi-evergreen fern with good heat tolerance compared to many woodland fern varieties.