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Champion's Wood Fern

Q: What zones can Champion's Wood Fern grow in?

Champion's Wood Fern is hardy in USDA Zones 5–8. Inside that range it survives winter in the ground; outside it, grow it as an annual or a container plant you protect.

Q: Is Champion's Wood Fern deer resistant?

Yes — Champion's Wood Fern is rated deer-resistant. Deer typically pass it over, though extreme hunger can override any plant's defenses.

Q: Does Champion's Wood Fern need full sun?

Champion's Wood Fern does best in part shade.

Dryopteris championii

$22.00

The Story

Plant Bio

Dryopteris championii is a hardy fern known for its lush green foliage and ability to thrive in shaded areas.

This species is particularly noted for its tolerance to wet soil conditions and as a resilient choice for woodland gardens.

Uses & Benefits:

Provides lush, green foliage perfect for shaded garden areas, adding texture and depth.

Helps retain soil moisture and prevent erosion in shaded landscape zones.

Supports local biodiversity by providing habitat for insects and small wildlife.

Essentials

At a Glance

Plant Type

Fern

Height

24 inches

Width

24 inches

Light

Partial Sun, Shade

Zones

5, 6, 7, 8

Water

Consistently moist

Humidity

High humidity preferred

Lifespan

Perennial

Native To

Asia

Toxicity

Contains toxic compounds; can be harmful if ingested

Marketplace

Where to Buy

Plant Delights Nursery

<1 Gal Pot1+ Gal Pot

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Planting

How to Grow

Choose a shaded location with well-draining, moist soil.
Tuck spores or rhizomes into the soil, spacing adequately for growth.
Mist cuttings or spores regularly to maintain humidity and encourage rooting.
Water consistently to keep soil moist but not waterlogged, especially during the first year.
Mulch around the base to retain moisture and suppress weeds.
Transplant young ferns carefully once established, preferably in early spring.

Pro Tip

Maintain high humidity and avoid direct sunlight to promote lush growth.

Keep It Thriving

Care Guide

Do

Keep soil consistently moist 🌱
Provide shaded or partial shade environment
Mulch to retain moisture and regulate temperature
Monitor for pests regularly

Don't

Avoid direct, harsh sunlight ❌
Do not let soil dry out completely
Refrain from over-fertilizing, which can harm roots
Avoid planting in overly compacted or poorly drained soil

Seasonal Care Calendar

Task	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
Divide
Mulch
Spring Cleanup

Watch Out For

Pests & Diseases

Common Pests

Common Diseases

In the Garden

Landscape Uses & Companions

Landscape Uses

Shaded woodland gardenMoisture-loving borderFerns in a shaded rock garden

Companion Plants

Hostas Astilbes Heucheras Trilliums

Multiply

Propagation Methods

Good to Know

Common Questions