Broad Buckler Fern. A handsome fern forming a shuttlecock of dark green, prettily crisped and wavy fronds with midribs and stalks covered in dark brown scales. Max Height 50cm. Max Spread 1.2m. Partial shade. Hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Dryopteris dilatata ‘Crispa Whiteside’
A handsome fern forming a shuttlecock of dark green, prettily crisped and wavy fronds with midribs and stalks covered in dark brown scales.
Additional information
| Generic | Dryopteris |
|---|---|
| Species | dilatata |
| Varietry | 'Crispa Whiteside' |
| Common Name | Broad Buckler Fern |
| Flower Colour | |
| Soil | Fertile |
| Aspect | Partial shade |
| Foliage | Deciduous |
| Height | 50cm |
| Family | Dryopteridaceae |
| Spread | 1.2m |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Clump-forming |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | green |
| Flowers From | |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Moist |
| Protection | Sheltered site |
| Hardiness | Hardy |
| Planting | Water thoroughly before planting |
| Care | Keep moist in first year |
| Border | Border |
| Toxicity | |
| Pruning | |
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