DRYOPTERIS austriaca 17cm

Dryopteris austriaca, commonly known as the Broad Buckler Fern, is a robust, deciduous fern that adds a lush, green texture to shaded garden areas. Growing up to 1.5 metres tall and 1 metre wide, it features arching, finely divided fronds with a distinctive triangular shape. The Broad Buckler Fern is admired for its hardy nature and its ability to bring a touch of the wild forest to cultivated landscapes.

Additional Information

Ultimate height: 1–1.5 metres

Time to ultimate height: 5–10 years

Ultimate spread: 0.5–1 metre

Soil Growing Conditions: Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand

Soil Moisture: Moist but well–drained, Poorly–drained

Soil pH: Acid, Alkaline, Neutral

Position: Full shade, Partial shade

Exposure: Sheltered