Dryopteris cycadina or D. atrata ~ Shaggy Shield Fern, Black Wood Fern year-round-interest Best bloom in full sun

Best bloom in full sun and moist

while spent stems will stay erect and attract birds

or as a tea to relax respiratory spasms or asthma

MAINTENANCE NEEDS: Low maintenance

COMPANION PLANTS: Goldenrod

Dryopteris cycadina or D. atrata ~ Shaggy Shield Fern, Black Wood Fern year-round-interest Best bloom in full sunShaggy 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