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Marginal Wood Fern

Dryopteris marginalis, Dryopteridaceae

Zones
3–8
Layer
Herbaceous
Lifespan
Perennial
Growth
Slow

Guild Roles

Ground CoverBeneficial Insect Habitat

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Shade (tolerated)Partial Shade (preferred)

Water

Moderate

Soil pH

5 – 7

Tolerances

Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Wild GingerAsarum canadense
Nutrient AccumulationBeneficial Insect Habitat
Mountain LaurelKalmia latifolia
Shade ProvisionNutrient Accumulation

Antagonistic Plants

Male FernDryopteris filix-mas

Wood fern species compete for similar shaded habitats and soil resources.

Goldies FernDryopteris goldiana

Large wood ferns compete intensely for prime forest floor locations.

Uses

Functions

Ground CoverWildlife Shelter

Common Questions

What zones does Marginal Wood Fern grow in?

Marginal Wood Fern grows in USDA hardiness zones 3 through 8.

What are good companion plants for Marginal Wood Fern?

Good companions for Marginal Wood Fern include Wild Ginger, Mountain Laurel.

Design guilds with Marginal Wood Fern and see companion relationships visually.

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