Overview
Dryopteris bervis is a clump forming ferns in the genus Dryopteris, part of the Dryopteridaceae family, with evergreen, semi evergreen foliage. Dryopteris bervis grows best in full shade and partial shade, and tolerates clay and loam soils and neutral and acid pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H6. Suggested uses include cottage and informal garden.
About
Dryopteris bervis is a cultivar of the Dryopteris genus, which comprises ferns that can be evergreen or semi-evergreen with robust, upright or sprawling rhizomes forming rosettes of pinnate fronds. This clump-forming fern is suited to sheltered locations with full or partial shade, thriving in moist but well-drained clay or loam soils that are neutral to acidic. Hardy to UK zone H6, it is ideal for cottage and informal gardens and remains of interest during the winter months. Cultivation involves planting in humus-rich soil, with propagation possible by division or spores.
About the genus
Dryopteris, commonly called the wood ferns, male ferns, or buckler ferns, is a fern genus in the family Dryopteridaceae, subfamily Dryopteridoideae, according to the Pteridophyte Phylogeny Group classification of 2016 (PPG I). There are about 300-400 species in the genus. The species are distributed in Asia, the Americas, Europe, Africa, and the Pacific islands, with the highest diversity in eastern Asia.
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Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Dryopteris
- Sunlight
- Full shade, Partial shade
- Soil type
- Clay, Loam
- Soil pH
- Neutral, Acid
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- West-facing, East-facing, North-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H6
Plant details
Dryopteris bervis size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Ferns
- Habit
- Clump forming
- Foliage
- Evergreen, Semi evergreen
- Suggested uses
- Cottage and informal garden
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Dryopteris bervis
- Propagation
- Propagate by division or from spores
- Pest resistance
- Generally pest-free
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Dryopteris bervis?
Dryopteris bervis prefers full shade and partial shade. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Dryopteris bervis need?
Dryopteris bervis grows best in clay and loam soil. It prefers neutral and acid soil. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Dryopteris bervis hardy in the UK?
Dryopteris bervis has an RHS hardiness rating of H6, meaning it is very hardy, tolerating -20 to -15°C across most of the UK.
How do I propagate Dryopteris bervis?
Propagate by division or from spores.
