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Set of 3 or 6 Shield Fern Dryopteris Atrata Hardy Perennial Plants, Outdoor Garden Ready, 1Ltr Root-Ball6 Shield Fern Dryopteris Atrata Hardy Perennial Plants, Outdoor Garden Ready, 1Ltr Root Ball Bring elegant, lush greenery to your shaded borders and woodland areas with this collection of six Dryopteris atrata Shield Ferns. Renowned for its striking, glossy dark green fronds adorned with distinctive dark brown to black scales along the stems, this fern adds a sophisticated, architectural quality to any garden setting. Each plant is supplied as an
6 Shield Fern Dryopteris Atrata Hardy Perennial Plants, Outdoor Garden Ready, 1Ltr Root-Ball
Bring elegant, lush greenery to your shaded borders and woodland areas with this collection of six Dryopteris atrata Shield Ferns. Renowned for its striking, glossy dark green fronds adorned with distinctive dark brown to black scales along the stems, this fern adds a sophisticated, architectural quality to any garden setting. Each plant is supplied as an established 1Ltr root-ball, ready to plant straight into your garden or containers.
Dryopteris atrata is a wonderfully low-maintenance fern that thrives in sheltered, shady spots where many other plants struggle. Once established, it forms a graceful, shuttlecock-shaped clump of arching fronds that provides year-round structure and interest. It is fully hardy and well-suited to the UK climate, making it an excellent choice for woodland gardens, shaded borders, underplanting beneath trees and shrubs, or even large patio containers.
What's Included:
- 6 x Dryopteris atrata (Shield Fern) plants
- Each supplied as an established 1Ltr root-ball
- Outdoor garden ready
Cultural Information:
- Botanical Name: Dryopteris atrata
- Common Names: Shield Fern, Shaggy Shield Fern
- Classification: Evergreen to Semi-Evergreen Perennial Fern
- Fully Grown Height and Spread: 45–60 cm × 45–60 cm
- Growth Habit: Clump-Forming, Shuttlecock-Shaped with Arching Fronds
- Perfect For: Shaded Borders, Woodland Gardens, Underplanting, Containers
- Foliage: Glossy Dark Green Fronds with Distinctive Dark Brown to Black Scales on Stems
- Planting Position: Partial Shade to Full Shade
- Soil Requirements: Moist, Humus-Rich, Well-Drained Soil
- Hardiness: Fully Hardy
- Type: Hardy Evergreen Perennial Fern
- Interest: Year-Round Foliage
Planting and Care Tips:
- Plant in a sheltered, shaded or partially shaded position for best results.
- Prepare the planting area with plenty of organic matter such as leaf mould or well-rotted compost to retain moisture.
- Water regularly during the first growing season to help establish a strong root system.
- Remove any damaged or faded fronds in spring to encourage fresh new growth.
- Mulch around the base annually to help conserve moisture and suppress weeds.
Notes: This listing is for a collection of six Dryopteris atrata plants, each supplied as an established 1Ltr root-ball. Plants are outdoor garden ready and can be planted upon arrival.
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