Dryopteris cycadina
shaggy wood fern (syn. Dryopteris atrata)
This relatively large and easy to grow fern makes an elegant addition to a partially shaded border, where it's gently splaying fronds will form an open, architectural cluster. Largely evergreen, the previous years fronds will deteriorate as the worst of the winter weather takes it's toll, but in most cases, it will still maintain some colour and structural interest throughout the year.
How to care for Dryopteris cycadina:
Incorporate lots of well-rotted leaf mould or garden compost into the planting hole. Cut back dead or tatty-looking foliage in early spring, taking care not to damage the newly emerging foliage.
Eventual height:
1m
Eventual spread:
1m
Position:
Light shade
Rate of growth:
Average
Soil:
Moderately fertile, moist, well-drained soil
Hardiness:
Fully hardy
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This fern is deciduous so all its fronds will die back in autumn, then fresh new growth appears again each spring.
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