Oak Fern (Gymnocarpium Dryopteris) is a perennial fern in the Dryopteridaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and partial shade or full shade or dappled_shade light in USDA hardiness zones 3-7. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

A deciduous perennial fern with delicate, ternately-compound fronds growing from creeping rhizomes, found in moist, shaded forest habitats.

Oak Fern

Oak Fern

Gymnocarpium Dryopteris

A deciduous perennial fern with delicate, ternately-compound fronds growing from creeping rhizomes, found in moist, shaded forest habitats.

Quick Facts

Type
fern
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Partial Shade, Full Shade, dappled_shade
Hardiness Zones
3-7

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, peaty, silty
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, shade garden accent, erosion control

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Oak Fern

Jan
Prune
Feb
Fertilize
Mar
Repot
Apr
Water+
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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Taxonomy

Family:Dryopteridaceae
Genus:Gymnocarpium