Jurassic Gold® Wallich’s Wood Fern
Dryopteris wallichiana ‘Jurassic Gold’
Add bold texture and luminous color to shady spaces with Jurassic Gold® Wallich’s Wood Fern. New fronds emerge a striking golden-yellow in spring, creating a bright focal point in the shade garden before maturing to rich green as the season progresses.
With its upright, architectural form and finely divided foliage, this fern brings both structure and softness to woodland gardens, shaded borders, and container plantings.
🌿 Why You’ll Love It
Brilliant golden new growth in spring
Bold, upright, architectural form
Excellent contrast in shade gardens
Low maintenance and easy to grow
Adds texture and movement
🌱 Plant Details
Foliage Color: Golden-yellow new growth maturing to green
Habit: Upright, clumping
Light Requirement: Partial shade to full shade
Soil: Moist, well-drained, rich soil preferred
Water Needs: Moderate; prefers consistent moisture
Hardiness Zones: 5–8
Maintenance: Low
📏 Size
Height: 2–3 ft
Width/Spread: 2–3 ft
🌼 Uses
Shade gardens
Woodland plantings
Mixed perennial borders
Containers
Accent plant
✔ Garden Benefits
Deer resistant
Adds bright color to shady areas
Low maintenance
Long-lasting foliage interest
💡 Garden Tip:
Plant in rich, consistently moist soil for best color and growth. Avoid hot afternoon sun, which can scorch the delicate golden fronds.