Dryopteris affinis is a magnificent garden fern, bearing a shuttlecock of long, upright, pale green fronds with contrasting brown, scaly stems in spring. In mild winters it will stay green, but in cold, exposed positions it's more likely to be deciduous.
Dryopteris affinis 'Crispa Gracilis' has a more compact habit than the species, and has pretty crisped and crested fronds. It’s perfect for growing in the rock garden or as part of a container display, where its compact habit and delicate frond patterns can be fully appreciated.
Grow Dryopteris affinis 'Crispa Gracilis' in a damp part of the garden, in partial shade. Learn more in our ferns grow guide.
