Dryopteris wallichiana (Wallich’s Wood Fern)
Meet Dryopteris wallichiana, the fern that’s all about the drama with its giant fronds, enhanced with densely packed black scales along the mid-rib. Standing tall at 90–120cm, it’s the shade garden’s version of a showstopper—graceful, bold, and impossible to ignore. In spring, when it arises it really makes you catch your breath when you first see it.
Thriving in part to full shade with moist, well-drained, humus-rich soil, this beauty loves a bit of room to stretch and a steady supply of shade. Tough, elegant, and low-maintenance, it’s like having a garden diva who never demands attention but always gets it. Ready to make your shady spots sing? This fern’s got you covered!
