Dryopteris cycadina or D. atrata ~ Shaggy Shield Fern, Black Wood Fern ornamental grass Prefers full sun and dry

Prefers full sun and dry

The tree is dioecious

loof en bloeiwyses

The foliage grows in whorls with matte green leaves with purple undersides which gain more purple-burgundy tones in fall

They are drought-tolerant and require minimal watering

Dryopteris cycadina or D. atrata ~ Shaggy Shield Fern, Black Wood Fern ornamental grass Prefers full sun and dryShaggy Shield Fern is a semi evergreen fern that has an upright vase habit. Shaggy Shield Fern has stiff leathery fronds with black hair like scales covering the rachis. Thrives in rich, moist, acidic soils with some shade. Tolerates drought once established. Type: Fern Origins: North India, China, Taiwan and Japan Height: 1. 5' 3 Spread: 1. 5 3 Spacing: 2 USDA Hardiness Zone: 5 8 Culture: Part Sun, Full Shade Bloom Color: N A Season of Interest: Year