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Dryopteris championii

Family Dryopteridaceae
Plant Type fern
Zone USDA:   5a - 8b   RHS:   H   EGF:   H1 - H4   Australia:   1 - 2  
Care Level low, easy, suitable for beginners.
Height 60 - 90 cm (2 - 3 ft)
Spread 60 - 90 cm (2 - 3 ft)
Light partial shade to shade
Soil Moisture average, well-drained
Soil Type clay to sandy
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description The foliage is dark lime in colour and evergreen.
Typical Uses Accent, border, container, mass planting and woodland.
Special Characteristics This plant has a natural ability to resist deer and rabbits. In the winter, Dryopteris championii provides winter interest.