Dryopteris crassirhizoma Olea The undulating

The undulating

the rare native Carex eburnea is not well-known in gardening circles

We love this superb species of evergreen tongue fern from Taiwan

resembling an astilbe on steroids

When the new growth emerges in late spring

Dryopteris crassirhizoma Olea The undulating(syn: Dryopteris buschiana) Dryopteris crassirhizoma is a handsome, tall, Clark Gablesque, vase shaped fern that usually forms a solitary crown and can reach 3' tall x 3' wide when happy. The semi evergreen, deer resistant, thick textured fronds of Dryopteris crassirhizoma give a very tropical appearance in the garden. In winter, the fronds remain green but lay flat on the ground, helping to protect those nearby from the ravages of winter.