Buckler Fern
Dryopteris spp.
Also known as
Wood Fern, Fern, Male Fern
Dryopteris affinis0 by MPF (CC BY 2.5)
Full Shade
Easy care
Moderate watering
Frost Hardy
7a-9a
USDA zone
-18°C
Minimum temperature
Expected size
Height | Spread | |
---|---|---|
1m | Max | 60cm |
30cm | Min | 30cm |


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Buckler Fern Overview
There are hundreds of evergreen and semi-evergreen Dryopteris fern species. Adapted to moist, shady, forest habitats, most species are located in Eastern Asia, with others in this genus found across Europe, America, Africa and the Pacific islands. They are known as one of the most hybridising genera of ferns and many cultivars have been produced for ornamental garden plants. Featherlike fronds emerge and uncurl beautifully in spring and evergreen varieties provide winter interest. Most species prefer moist soil while others can tolerate drier conditions when mature. Generally low maintenance, propagation by spores can be difficult.
How to propagate Buckler Fern
Spores
Division
Special features of Buckler Fern
Attractive leaves
Ground cover
Pot plant
Wet sites
Other uses of Buckler Fern
Some types form interesting, shuttle-cock like crowns.