Dryopteris 'Jurassic Gold': Wood Fern

This plant thrives in partial to full shade, preferring spots with dappled sunlight. It requires 0–4 hours of direct sunlight, with bright, indirect light being ideal to prevent foliage scorch. It is well-suited for shaded garden areas, generally preferring protection from intense, direct afternoon sun. While it prefers shade, it can tolerate more light if kept consistently moist.

This plant requires consistently moist, well-draining soil to thrive, typically needing watering 1-2 times per week. It is not drought-tolerant, especially in its first season, but becomes more resilient once established. Avoid waterlogged conditions and keep the soil evenly hydrated, increasing frequency during hot, dry periods.

This plant likes slightly acidic soil, we recommend Espoma Soil Acidifier.

This plant is faily low maintenance when it comes to feeding. The general rule of thumb is to fertilize every 4-6 weeks during the growing season. We suggest Osmocote Outdoor: Indoor Plant Food.

Proper nutrition is important to the health of your plant and its longevity. To ensure your plant is getting the appropriate nutrition, use a fertilizer labelled for this plant type and apply according to the label.