Shaggy Field Fern

Dryopteris Atrata

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Overview

The Shaggy Field Fern (Dryopteris atrata) is a striking, semi-evergreen fern featuring dark green, densely scaled fronds. With a mature size reaching up to 24 inches high and wide, it makes an excellent choice for shady areas in USDA zones 5-8. Thriving in moist, well-drained soil, it forms an elegant, arching clump, perfect for woodland settings. Regular watering and a sheltered location promote its lush, vibrant display.

Sun ShadeWater Extra in Summer, HighZones 4–10Climate Temperate

Shaggy Field Fern (Dryopteris Atrata) — The Shaggy Field Fern (Dryopteris atrata) is a striking

Shaggy Field Fern (Dryopteris Atrata) — semi-evergreen fern featuring dark green

Shaggy Field Fern (Dryopteris Atrata) — With a mature size reaching up to 24 inches high and wide

Shaggy Field Fern (Dryopteris Atrata) — it makes an excellent choice for shady areas in USDA zones 5-8

Shaggy Field Fern (Dryopteris Atrata) — Thriving in moist, well-drained soil, it forms an elegant, arching clump, perfect for woodland settings

Shaggy Field Fern (Dryopteris Atrata) — Regular watering and a sheltered location promote its lush, vibrant display

Shaggy Field Fern (Dryopteris Atrata) — commonly referred to as the Shaggy Shield Fern or simply the Shaggy Field Fern

Culture

Sun: Shade
Water: Extra in Summer, High
USDA zones: 4–10

Shape & size

Classification

Family: Polypodiaceae
Climate: Temperate

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Shaggy Field Fern (Dryopteris Atrata) — The Shaggy Field Fern (Dryopteris atrata) is a striking

Shaggy Field Fern (Dryopteris Atrata) — semi-evergreen fern featuring dark green

Shaggy Field Fern (Dryopteris Atrata) — With a mature size reaching up to 24 inches high and wide

Shaggy Field Fern (Dryopteris Atrata) — it makes an excellent choice for shady areas in USDA zones 5-8

Shaggy Field Fern (Dryopteris Atrata) — Thriving in moist, well-drained soil, it forms an elegant, arching clump, perfect for woodland settings

Shaggy Field Fern (Dryopteris Atrata) — Regular watering and a sheltered location promote its lush, vibrant display

Shaggy Field Fern (Dryopteris Atrata) — commonly referred to as the Shaggy Shield Fern or simply the Shaggy Field Fern

Shaggy Field Fern (Dryopteris Atrata) — is an outstanding species for adding a touch of woodland elegance to any landscape

Shaggy Field Fern (Dryopteris Atrata) — This semi-evergreen fern boasts a robust and upright growth habit

Shaggy Field Fern (Dryopteris Atrata) — reaching an approximate height of 24 to 36 inches

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