Male Fern will produce interesting medium green fronds with a soft sheen and a thicker substance that belies the delicate look. An evergreen variety, it is also tolerant of clay and dry soils.
| Perennial | |
| Dryopteris | |
| Male Fern | |
| Zone 3 | |
| 2-6 hours | |
| Clay, Moist, Sandy | |
| Woodland underplantings | |
| Accent shade perennial | |
| 24-36" | |
| 2-4' | |
| Moderate | |
| Vase | |
| Salt | |
| Plant-tone | |
| Green | |
| Structure | |
| Yes | |
| Actaea, Brunnera, Trollius, Dicentra |