Dryopteris x australis
Spectacular vertical accent for the woodland or shade garden and one of our favorites!
This is the one Fern in our gardens which always prompts visitors to ask - "What is it??"
Native hybrid of Log Fern with tall, erect growth and dark green fronds.
Semi-evergreen, 36"-48", Zone 5
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Photo Courtesy of North Creek Nurseries