<i>Dryopteris affinis</i> 'Revolvens' | Gold-scaled Male Fern
DESCRIPTION
Dryopteris affinis 'Revolvens' is a robust, evergreen fern with broad, finely divided fronds that display a rich green color throughout the growing season. Its gracefully arching fronds feature a distinctive glossy texture, giving the plant an elegant, layered appearance. While ferns don't produce flowers, 'Revolvens' adds year-round interest with its lush foliage and structural beauty in shaded garden areas.
Originating from Europe, this variety is a cultivated form of the golden-scaled male fern, selected for its resilience and attractive frond structure. It's an excellent choice for woodland gardens, shaded borders, or naturalistic landscapes, where it provides a verdant backdrop and architectural form.
DESCRIPTION
Dryopteris affinis 'Revolvens' is a robust, evergreen fern with broad, finely divided fronds that display a rich green color throughout the growing season. Its gracefully arching fronds feature a distinctive glossy texture, giving the plant an elegant, layered appearance. While ferns don't produce flowers, 'Revolvens' adds year-round interest with its lush foliage and structural beauty in shaded garden areas.
Originating from Europe, this variety is a cultivated form of the golden-scaled male fern, selected for its resilience and attractive frond structure. It's an excellent choice for woodland gardens, shaded borders, or naturalistic landscapes, where it provides a verdant backdrop and architectural form.
DESCRIPTION
Dryopteris affinis 'Revolvens' is a robust, evergreen fern with broad, finely divided fronds that display a rich green color throughout the growing season. Its gracefully arching fronds feature a distinctive glossy texture, giving the plant an elegant, layered appearance. While ferns don't produce flowers, 'Revolvens' adds year-round interest with its lush foliage and structural beauty in shaded garden areas.
Originating from Europe, this variety is a cultivated form of the golden-scaled male fern, selected for its resilience and attractive frond structure. It's an excellent choice for woodland gardens, shaded borders, or naturalistic landscapes, where it provides a verdant backdrop and architectural form.
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Family: Dryopteridaceae
Height: 24 to 48 inches
Width: 24 to 36 inches
Foliage color: Glossy, dark green, upright fronds
Flower color: Non-flowering
Bloom time: N/A
Light requirements: Partial shade to full shade
Water requirements: Moderate
Maintenance: Low; remove old fronds in early spring
Growing zone: USDA zones 4 to 8
Wildlife attractors: Provides habitat and shelter for small wildlife and beneficial insectsThis plant can be seen in the perennial border at the Bellevue Botanical Garden.
