Dryopteris cycadina or D. atrata ~ Shaggy Shield Fern, Black Wood Fern year-round-interest 2’ - 3’

2’ - 3’

MAINTENANCE NEEDS: Low maintenance

or as a tea to relax respiratory spasms or asthma

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While less toxic than other varieties

Dryopteris cycadina or D. atrata ~ Shaggy Shield Fern, Black Wood Fern year-round-interest 2’ - 3’Shaggy 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