Dryopteris cycadina or D. atrata ~ Shaggy Shield Fern, Black Wood Fern ornamental grass is a highly valued tree

is a highly valued tree for its spectacular fall colors and for being the primary source of maple syrup

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They are drought-tolerant and require minimal watering

The foliage grows in whorls with matte green leaves with purple undersides which gain more purple-burgundy tones in fall

Crown Jewel Gardenia is a dwarf mounding evergreen shrub with thick

Dryopteris cycadina or D. atrata ~ Shaggy Shield Fern, Black Wood Fern ornamental grass is a highly valued treeShaggy Shield Fern is a semi evergreen fern that has an upright vase habit. Shaggy Shield Fern has stiff leathery fronds with black hair like scales covering the rachis. Thrives in rich, moist, acidic soils with some shade. Tolerates drought once established. Type: Fern Origins: North India, China, Taiwan and Japan Height: 1. 5' 3 Spread: 1. 5 3 Spacing: 2 USDA Hardiness Zone: 5 8 Culture: Part Sun, Full Shade Bloom Color: N A Season of Interest: Year