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Dryopteris ludoviciana {24 Pots - 3 1/2 in.}

Southern Shield Fern
(AKA Aspidium ludovicianum, D. floridana, Nephrodium floridanum, Florida Shield Fern, Southern Wood Fern)
Pronunciation: dry-OP-ter-iss loo-doe-viss-see-AY-nah Bookmark and Share
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This plant's (30- to 48-inch tall and 12-inch wide) upright growth habit and shiny/leathery dark-green fronds make it a striking specimen.

It is deciduous in cooler areas, evergreen in warmer areas, and dies back in the winter to return each spring.

It performs best in loose, rich soil with moisture at its roots and protection from direct sun; at the same time, it can tolerate a great deal of drought. This plant forms clumps, and has a slow to moderate growth rate along with its creeping and branching habits.

"Ludoviciana" is the Latinized version of the word "Louisiana". This Dryopteris is native to swamps and wet woods: from Florida to Texas and as far north as Kentucky and North Carolina.
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  • Cold hardiness zone: 5-10 (-20 degrees F)
  • AHS Heat Zone: 9-1
  • Light: Full sun   Part sun   Shade
  • Growth rate: Moderate
  • Mature height: 30-48"
  • Spread: 16-24"
  • Spacing: 24-36"
  • Tolerant of: Drought, Rabbits
  • pH of Soil: 5.2 - 7.5, Ideal pH: 5.5 - 6.5
  • Grows Under Trees: Pine - Yes, Walnut - Yes, Other - Yes
  • Good for Borders: Yes
  • Creeps: Yes
  • Evergreen: Yes
  • Native to the U.S.: Yes
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