Toothwood Fern

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Toothwood Fern

The Toothwood Fern, Dryopteris spinulosais, is a delightful lacy plant. The Toothwood Fern, also known as the Narrow Buckler Fern, has true fern foliage that is a rich, deep green color. The long triangular fronds, made of hundreds of tiny leaflets, spray up and out in whorls. This deciduous perennial plant is semi-evergreen. Toothwood Ferns will tolerate some drought and some dry soil. For best results put it in a shady position in the garden. Whether it is used as a border or a background, it will enhance any garden with its gracefulness. This fern is easy to grow almost anywhere and thrives even when other plants fail. ... find out more

 

Ghost Fern The characteristic that is most noteable is it's upright silvery foliage. The silver is contrasted by the darker maroon midribs. This fern is best used in, shade gardens or shaded border fronts, and in shaded areas near streams or ponds.

Toothwood Fern