Dryopteris ‘Atrata Wood’ — Hardy Evergreen to Semi-evergreen Perennial Fern, 1L Pot (Set of 3 or 6)

Dryopteris ‘Atrata Wood’ — A hardy herbaceous perennial. Supplied as a set of 3 or 6 well-rooted plants in 1L pots, grown peat-free at our Yorkshire nursery and ready to plant out.

At a glance

• Type: Hardy Evergreen to Semi-Evergreen Perennial Fern
• Position: Partial Shade to Full Shade
• Supplied as: Set of 3 or 6 plants in 1L pots

The detail

Bring elegant, architectural foliage to the shaded corners of your garden with this collection of three Dryopteris atrata plants. Commonly known as the Shaggy Wood Fern, this striking hardy fern is prized for its graceful, lance-shaped fronds adorned with distinctive dark, almost black scales along the stems, creating a dramatic contrast against the rich green foliage. A fantastic choice for woodland gardens, shady borders and damp, sheltered spots where many other plants struggle to thrive.

Each plant is supplied as a healthy, established specimen in a 1 litre root-ball, ready to plant straight into your garden or containers. As a hardy perennial, Dryopteris atrata will return year after year, gradually forming handsome, shuttlecock-shaped clumps that add structure and texture to any planting scheme.

Why ours

Grown by us in Yorkshire, in peat-free compost, shipped in plastic-free packaging. Every plant arrives strong, well-rooted and ready to thrive — not weeks of waiting before it gets going. Each order includes access to our free care app with planting and seasonal care reminders.

How to grow

Frequently asked

Will it come back next year?

Yes — Dryopteris ‘Atrata Wood’ is a hardy herbaceous perennial. It will die back over winter and re-emerge in spring, returning bigger and stronger each year.

What size pot does it arrive in?

Sets are supplied as 3 or 6 individual plants in 1L pot, well-rooted and ready to plant out or pot on.