Goldie's Fern is the largest fern of its genus in Ohio, measuring about 3-4' tall in its upright, clumping growth habit. This fern has broad, backward-arching fronds of a deep green to golden-green color. It spreads slowly by its short, creeping rhizomes which can lead to magnificent stands of it in high-quality environments such as moist to wet, humus-rich woodland sites. This is truly a striking specimen plant and it pairs well with many woodland groundcovers, wildflowers and spring ephemerals.Sources:
Native Ferns, Moss, & Grasses by William Cullina
Missouri Botanical Garden
Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center
The Morton Arboretum-Black Walnut Toxicity
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Dryopteris goldiana (Goldie's Fern) - 1 gal
Goldie's Fern
Plant Care & Installation Quick-Guide
Proper acclimation and installation are key to your plant's success. Please cross-reference these tips with your plant's specific ID tags:
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Pre-Planting: Store plants in a light-appropriate area on soil or grass (avoid hot concrete or asphalt) and water daily until the soil is saturated and the pot feels heavy. If temperatures drop below 30°F, move pots to a garage or cover them to prevent root freeze.
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Installation: Dig a hole matching the depth of the pot, remove the fabric container, and ensure the plant’s crown or root flare is level with the ground. Fill gaps with soil, water heavily, and apply 2 inches of mulch—keeping it clear of the stem.
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Ongoing Care: Check moisture daily by feeling 1–2 inches into the soil; water deeply at the base if the soil feels dry or warm. Newly installed plants require frequent watering (up to 3–4 times weekly in heat) until fully established, which can take a few months for perennials and up to two years for trees.