Dryopteris sieboldii- Asian Wood Fern plug

Dryopteris sieboldii – Siebold's Wood Fern

Dryopteris sieboldii, commonly known as Siebold's Wood Fern or Asian Wood Fern, is an unusual, hardy evergreen fern prized for its distinctive, bold foliage. Unlike most ferns, its striking, arching fronds carry just a few broad, leathery, undivided leaflets in attractive bluish-green to grey-green shades, creating an almost tropical appearance.

Native to East Asia, this slow-growing woodland fern forms a handsome, spreading clump approximately 50–80 cm high and wide, bringing structure and contrasting texture to shaded planting schemes.

Thriving in partial to full shade, it prefers moist, humus-rich, well-drained soil and a sheltered position. Ideal for woodland gardens, shaded borders, underplanting shrubs and containers, its architectural foliage contrasts beautifully with hostas, epimediums and finely divided ferns.

An excellent choice for adding year-round interest to Irish shade gardens.

RHS AGM: Award of Garden Merit.