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Dryopteris lepidopoda sunset fern
size/type
low perennial,low perennial
usual height
0,4-0,6m
usual width
0,4-0,5m
leaves
semi-deciduous broadleaf
colour of leaves
flowers
insignificant or non-blooming
location
semi-shade to shade
soil type
acidic (peaty)
USDA zone (lowest)
7 (down to -23°C)
winter protection
for zone 5+6
for zone 7
categorized
Description of the plant:
Sunset fern is a beautiful piece with amazing colour play of its new leaves. They emerge bright golden yellow with rich salmon-pink tones. The fronds are 40-60 cm long, semi-erect, and glossy. They turn rich green when mature. They remain evergreen and beautiful without any sing of damage down to about -10°C, and the plant is root hardy to about -25°C (USDA zone 6). Cut off all leaves in spring to encourage new growths. Grow it in partial shade or full shade, fertile, evenly moist but well-drained, preferably acid soil.
Last update: 17-01-2013
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