Evergreen Wood Fern
Dryopteris intermedia
Last reviewed: June 2026
Light
part shade
Water
medium
Size
12"–24" H × 12"–24" W
Bloom
N/A
Native to
AL, CT, DE, GA and 23 more states
Evergreen wood fern forms neat, symmetrical clumps of deep green fronds that persist through winter. This shade-loving native fern creates attractive groundcover in woodland settings and shaded garden areas.
In an HOA neighborhood
Evergreen Wood Fern is an HOA-friendly choice. Maintenance level: low. Tidiness: 4 out of 5.
Works well in: front yard, foundation, mid zone.
Wildlife value
Provides shelter and nesting habitat for small wildlife and insects. The dense fronds offer year-round cover for ground-dwelling creatures.
Native range data from the USDA PLANTS Database and regional native plant society lists. Pollinator and host plant associations compiled from GBIF, iNaturalist, and published ecological literature.
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