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Dryopteris complexa/Buckler Fern
In late May this plant is zone 7 is just growing well
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In late May this plant is zone 7 is just growing well
Fornds generally 2-4 feet long and occassionaly reach 5 feet
Fronds come out a light green, but turn darker very soon
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Scientific Name:
Dryopteris complexa
Common Name:
Buckler Fern
Plant Type:
Deciduous
Leaf Type:
Broadleaf
Hardiness Zone:
5, 6, 7, 8, 9
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Height:
2- 5 feet
Spread:
3 -5 feet
Light Exposure:
Part Sun, Filtered Shade, Shade
Drainage:
Well drained, Moist
Rate of Growth:
Fast
Water Requirement:
Medium
Maintenance Level:
Low
Comments:
Semi-evergreen in zone 8 and higher, but deciduous in colder areas. A fast growing plant with large fronds that come out a lught green, bust soon turn a darker green color. This fern is surprisingly drought tolerant once it is established.