The Buckler Fern (Dryopteris atrata) that I planted the other week seems to be happy enough in its position at the lower part of my sloping border. There it receives partial shade and moist soil. It's pushed up some young fronds which is always a good sign.
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Close up of unfurled frond of Buckler Fern (Dryopteris atrata) 16052016
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The label says that Buckler Fern's (Dryopteris atrata) flat, dark green fronds form a handsome clump which is superb in mixed shady borders. It can also be grown in a larger patio container placed in some shade. It is semi-evergreen and perennial. It achieves a height of 40cm (16in) and spread of 50cm (20in). It likes partial shade with shelter from strong winds and will thrive in any good, moisture-retentive soil. This plant has the Award of Garden Merit from the Royal Horticultural Society.
