Dryopteris atrata

Dryopteris atrataDryopteris aratata or Dryopteris cycadina is a tall, yet sturdy, and hardy, semi evergreen fern. Known more commonly as Shaggy Wood Fern, this plant produces bright green, lance shaped fronds with small black hair on the pinnae. Due to its preference for shade, this plant would do best in a shaded border or woodland garden. Plant in a moist, well drained, humus rich soil. Thrives best in partial to full shade but will grow in full sun, if watered

They are easy to care for plants that prefer to grow in full sunlight

Winter hardy but can drop leaves in harsher winters which will return the following Spring

once established it becomes drought tolerant and can stand up to salt-laden winds

Upright stems up to 1 metre and lovely flower displays with distinctive colours

commonly known as the Cabbage Palm

These flowers grow in masses and carry a gentle sweet fragrance that attracts butterflies and hummingbirds

An evergreen hardy fern with compact

growing around and through them

The flowering cycle of this garden ready plant guarantees a steady array of blossoms during the summer season

This collection of Alstroemeria plants will bring an exotic feel to the garden

It will flourish in both exposed and secluded spots and requires little nurturing

Growing to an ultimate height of 4-8m and an ultimate spread of 2