Species
Photo to come
Male Fern
Dryopteris filix-mas
A robust, clumping, semi-evergreen fern with upright lacy fronds in a shuttlecock form; very hardy and adaptable for shade.
Sun
part shade to shade
Water
moderate
Mature size
2-3 ft × 2-3 ft
Bloom
Inconspicuous — grown for foliage.
Hardiness
USDA Zones 4–8
Care guide
Quick ID
Robust clumping semi-evergreen fern (*Dryopteris filix-mas*). Upright lacy fronds in a shuttlecock form.
Sun & Site
Part shade to shade; moist, rich, humusy soil. Tougher than many ferns but still needs steady moisture in Draper's dry heat.
Seasonal Care
Cut back old/winter-damaged fronds in early spring before new growth.
In my garden
R1Bed R1
| Sun | Shade |
| Soil | sandy loam, fast percolation |
| Water source | Culinary |
| Hardiness here | Zone 7 |
May 2025
Planted · ~1 yr
What I've done here
- 2026-04-09Pre-emergent applied
retaining wall mid-levelBed retaining wall mid-level
| Sun | Part sun |
| Soil | sandy loam, fast percolation |
| Water source | Secondary |
| Hardiness here | Zone 7 |
May 2025
Planted · ~1 yr
What I've done here
- 2026-04-09Pre-emergent applied