Dryopteris
Mostly deciduous ferns, sometimes evergreen in mild winters.
Pinnate or pinnatisect fronds form 'shuttlecocks' in most species. Spores contained in kidney-shaped sori. Best in partial shade and humus-rich, moist, well-drained soil with shelter. Mostly fully hardy. They look good mixed in with herbaceous and shrub plants. Tender species best in cool greenhouse.
Pinnate or pinnatisect fronds form 'shuttlecocks' in most species. Spores contained in kidney-shaped sori. Best in partial shade and humus-rich, moist, well-drained soil with shelter. Mostly fully hardy. They look good mixed in with herbaceous and shrub plants. Tender species best in cool greenhouse.