{"product_id":"dryopteris-atrata-3-litre-pot","title":"Dryopteris Atrata 3 Litre Pot","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"69\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"69\"\u003eDryopteris atrata – Elegant, Dark-Stemmed Fern for Woodland Drama\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"71\" data-end=\"598\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"71\" data-end=\"90\"\u003eDryopteris atrata\u003c\/em\u003e (formerly \u003cem data-start=\"101\" data-end=\"122\"\u003eDryopteris cycadina\u003c\/em\u003e), also known as the shaggy shield fern or black wood fern, is a sophisticated and eye-catching fern admired for its rich green, finely divided fronds held on striking black stems. These dark, wiry stalks provide bold contrast against the fresh foliage, lending a dramatic, almost exotic character to shaded garden spaces. Upright yet graceful in habit, \u003cem data-start=\"476\" data-end=\"495\"\u003eDryopteris atrata\u003c\/em\u003e adds texture, height, and visual intrigue to woodland plantings, shady borders, or container displays.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"600\" data-end=\"971\" class=\"\"\u003eEmerging in spring with a bronzy hue before maturing to a deep, lush green, the fronds create soft, arching clumps that remain attractive throughout the growing season. This deciduous fern thrives in partial to full shade and prefers moist, fertile soil with good drainage. It is hardy, low-maintenance, and ideal for layering in naturalistic or structured shade gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"973\" data-end=\"1273\" class=\"\"\u003ePair \u003cem data-start=\"978\" data-end=\"997\"\u003eDryopteris atrata\u003c\/em\u003e with soft-textured companions like \u003cem data-start=\"1033\" data-end=\"1054\"\u003eTiarella cordifolia\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem data-start=\"1056\" data-end=\"1079\"\u003eBrunnera ‘Jack Frost’\u003c\/em\u003e, or \u003cem data-start=\"1084\" data-end=\"1103\"\u003ePulmonaria ‘Opal’\u003c\/em\u003e for a contrast of foliage shapes and tones. The dark stems also make a striking partner for paler variegated plants like \u003cem data-start=\"1225\" data-end=\"1242\"\u003eHosta ‘Patriot’\u003c\/em\u003e or silvery \u003cem data-start=\"1254\" data-end=\"1272\"\u003eLamium maculatum\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"1280\" data-end=\"1297\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1280\" data-end=\"1297\"\u003eKey Features:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul data-start=\"1298\" data-end=\"1621\"\u003e \u003cli data-start=\"1298\" data-end=\"1389\" class=\"\"\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"1300\" data-end=\"1389\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1300\" data-end=\"1311\"\u003eFronds:\u003c\/strong\u003e Finely divided, dark green fronds with dramatic black central stalks (rachis)\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli data-start=\"1390\" data-end=\"1470\" class=\"\"\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"1392\" data-end=\"1470\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1392\" data-end=\"1409\"\u003eGrowth Habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Upright to arching clumps with a graceful, textured presence\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli data-start=\"1471\" data-end=\"1561\" class=\"\"\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"1473\" data-end=\"1561\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1473\" data-end=\"1495\"\u003eSeasonal Interest:\u003c\/strong\u003e Spring emergence with bronze tones; lush foliage into late autumn\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli data-start=\"1562\" data-end=\"1621\" class=\"\"\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"1564\" data-end=\"1621\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1564\" data-end=\"1584\"\u003eHeight \u0026amp; Spread:\u003c\/strong\u003e Reaches around \u003cstrong\u003e0.5 - 1m\u003c\/strong\u003e tall and wide\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"1628\" data-end=\"1642\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1628\" data-end=\"1642\"\u003eIdeal For:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul data-start=\"1643\" data-end=\"1835\"\u003e \u003cli data-start=\"1643\" data-end=\"1680\" class=\"\"\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"1645\" data-end=\"1680\" class=\"\"\u003eWoodland gardens and shaded borders\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli data-start=\"1681\" data-end=\"1742\" class=\"\"\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"1683\" data-end=\"1742\" class=\"\"\u003eAdding dark contrast to lush green or silver foliage plants\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli data-start=\"1743\" data-end=\"1797\" class=\"\"\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"1745\" data-end=\"1797\" class=\"\"\u003eUnderplanting trees or using in naturalised settings\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli data-start=\"1798\" data-end=\"1835\" class=\"\"\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"1800\" data-end=\"1835\" class=\"\"\u003eContainers in dappled or full shade\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"1842\" data-end=\"1865\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1842\" data-end=\"1865\"\u003eGrowing Conditions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli data-start=\"1866\" data-end=\"1903\" class=\"\"\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"1868\" data-end=\"1903\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1868\" data-end=\"1881\"\u003ePosition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Partial to full shade\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli data-start=\"1904\" data-end=\"1952\" class=\"\"\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"1906\" data-end=\"1952\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1906\" data-end=\"1915\"\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moist, humus-rich, well-drained soil\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli data-start=\"1953\" data-end=\"2023\" class=\"\"\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"1955\" data-end=\"2023\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1955\" data-end=\"1971\"\u003eMaintenance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Easy-care; simply remove old fronds in early spring\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2030\" data-end=\"2063\"\u003eWhy Choose Dryopteris atrata?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli data-start=\"2030\" data-end=\"2253\"\u003eUnique black stems for dramatic contrast\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli data-start=\"2030\" data-end=\"2253\"\u003eElegant fronds perfect for shady spots\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli data-start=\"2030\" data-end=\"2253\"\u003eHardy, reliable, and low-maintenance\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli data-start=\"2030\" data-end=\"2253\"\u003eCombines beautifully with other foliage-focused plants\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"2255\" data-end=\"2532\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"2255\" data-end=\"2274\"\u003eDryopteris atrata\u003c\/em\u003e offers a beautiful combination of refined texture and bold stem colour. Ideal for creating atmosphere in shaded spaces, this fern is a must-have for any woodland or foliage-rich garden design.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Grasslands Nursery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50341244404038,"sku":"169951","price":5.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0796\/7948\/8326\/files\/d775bc8a-754a-4f4b-8692-193fac79e389.jpg?v=1745918783","url":"https:\/\/www.grasslands.co.uk\/products\/dryopteris-atrata-3-litre-pot","provider":"Grasslands Nursery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}