| | | Family | Dryopteridaceae | | Plant Type | fern | | Zone | USDA: 6a - 9b RHS: H - FH EGF: H2 - H5 Australia: 1 - 3 | | Care Level | | | Height | 0.8 - 1.2 m (2.5 - 4 ft) | | Spread | | | Light | full sun to shade | | Soil Moisture | average, well-drained | | Soil Type | clay to sandy | | Soil pH | acidic to neutral | | | Description | This plant is clump forming and has showy, glossy, medium textured and semi-evergreen foliage that is deep green in colour. | | Typical Uses | Bedding plant, edging and ground cover. | | Special Characteristics | It is worthy to note that Dryopteris ludoviciana tolerates drought. | | |