Dryopteris crassirhizoma Olea When the new growth emerges

When the new growth emerges in late spring

Hosta 'Halcyon' is one of the most recognized and most popular hostas in the history of the genus

we not only have it

resembling an astilbe on steroids

Dryopteris crassirhizoma Olea When the new growth emerges(syn: Dryopteris buschiana) Dryopteris crassirhizoma is a handsome, tall, Clark Gablesque, vase shaped fern that usually forms a solitary crown and can reach 3' tall x 3' wide when happy. The semi evergreen, deer resistant, thick textured fronds of Dryopteris crassirhizoma give a very tropical appearance in the garden. In winter, the fronds remain green but lay flat on the ground, helping to protect those nearby from the ravages of winter.