Dryopteris filix-mas (Male Fern) is a large, deciduous fern with erect, stout rhizomes supporting graceful bouquets of lance-shaped, dull green fronds. Tapering at the base, each frond (blade) is pinnate-pinnatifid with 20-30 pairs of long-pointed leaflets per blade.

Dryopteris filix-mas, commonly called male fern, is native to Europe and North America. This is a large, arching, deciduous male fern with erect, stout rhizomes and medium green blades (fronds) that grow to 3’ (less frequently to 4’) tall. Blade is pinnate-pinnatifid (almost 2-pinnate) with 20-30 pair of long-pointed pinnae (leaflets) per ...

Produces a flush of new, deep green fronds each spring. Semi-evergreen; retains its foliage well in cold weather. LIGHT: Full shade. WATER: Keep soil moist, but not soggy. SIZE: Quickly forms foliage clumps 4 ft. tall, 2 ft. wide, or wider. This plant may be available in these stores:

Dryopteris filix-mas, the male fern, [1] is a common fern of the temperate Northern Hemisphere, native to much of Europe, Asia, and North America. It favours damp shaded areas in the understory of woodlands, but also shady places on hedge-banks, and rocks, and screes.

Crown forming rhizome; prefers moist, well-drained soil in sun or shade. Plant in a location that is protected from wind. VIDEO Created by NC State Extension's Homegrown series featuring Mark Weathington, Director of JC Raulston Arboretum. More information on Dryopteris. Temp. Northern Hemisphere. Heavy shade, This plant is seldom damaged by deer.

Dryopteris Filix-Mas (dry-OP-ter-iss, FY-liks mas) is a beautiful semi-evergreen wood fern, native to the Northern Hemisphere, in the Dryopteridaceae family. Native to much of Europe, Asia, and North America, its big triangular fronds are of light green shade and can create a sizable clump.

male fern. A robust deciduous fern forming a shuttlecock-like tuft of lance-shaped, bipinnatifid fronds to 1.2m in height

Elegantly arching, attractive fronds have a crisped, hard texture. Provides long-lasting interest till midwinter. Ferns lend a peaceful feeling to any setting. Appropriate near water and in damp woodland settings. Makes a dependable mixed border plant. Combines well with Hosta in woodland gardens.

Hardiness (USDA zones): 4-8. Size: 2' - 4' Size (cm): 61cm-122cm. Height and Spread: Large - Over 3' in height or spread in 5 years. Light Requirements: Sun tolerant, Deep shade tolerant. Water Needs: Drought Tolerant. Origin: Asia, Europe, North America.

Dryopteris filix-mas is a clump forming fern found throughout North America and the Pacific Northwest. It grows happily in my Pacific Northwest garden, where it is paired with the purple foliage of the elderberry, Sambucus nigra 'Purpurea', a pleasing combination.