Dryopteris goldieana Polygonatum introduced and named by Nancy

introduced and named by Nancy Goodwin of Montrose Gardens

then flatten with age

The growth bud should be planted just below the soil surface

Ampelaster (Aster) carolinianus thrives in a wide range of conditions

Upon unfurling

Dryopteris goldieana Polygonatum introduced and named by NancyDryopteris goldieana is one of the largest of the US native (Minnesota south to Alabama) evergreen wood ferns. Shaggy brown fiddleheads unfurl in spring, transforming into 4' long, dark green fronds. Dryopteris goldieana makes a spectacular clump, growing best in a moist, acidic, woodland garden, albeit quite drought tolerant when the need arises.