Dryopteris dilatata (recurved form)

Also Known As

Dryopteris dilatata 'Recurvata'
Broad Buckler Fern
Dryopteris dilatata Recurved Form
Recurved Broad Buckler Fern
Recurved Wood Fern

Plant type

fern

size

H: 3'
W: 3'-4'

planting zones

4a-8b

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Dryopteris dilatata (recurved form) plant details

Dryopteris dilatata (recurved form) is a deciduous fern with green foliage. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Dryopteris dilatata (recurved form)

Plant type: fern
Plant family: dryopteridaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 3 FT - 4 FT - wide, 3 FT tall
Uses: container plant, woodland garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Dryopteris dilatata (recurved form)

USDA Zones: 4a - 8b
Sun exposure: mostly sun - mostly shade
Resistant to: deer and rabbit, verticillium wilt

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Gracefully arching fronds with downward curling pinnule edges give this 12-15" fern a weeping though somewhat formal appearance. Sh-PSh/M

By: Forestfarm

Funnel shaped, this fern is usually deciduous, dying back with cooler weather. Fronds are broadly triangular to lance shaped and dark green. Midribs and stalks are covered in dark brown scales.

By: Greer Gardens Inc.

This European to Asian fern is deep green and will have the pinnae rolled inwards, making a neat plant for the woodland garden. Doesn't like hot, dry conditions but is a good plant for the northwest or northeast climate.