Dryopteris nipponensis Cynara The upright petioles support the

The upright petioles support the outfacing green leaves

so that's a good thing

We've had reports of Zone 6 hardiness to temperatures of -7F

Chemicals or callirhoe

Dryopteris nipponensis Cynara The upright petioles support the(aka: Dryopteris cystolepidota) Dryopteris nipponensis is a cousin of the better known autumn fern, that makes a 2' tall x 3' wide evergreen, deer resistant clump with foliage that is shorter and broader than Dryopteris erythrosora. The elegant, foliage texture makes this a favorite of garden visitors, who have bugged us to propagate it for years enough, already! The new growth in spring is tinted red for a wonderful contrast. Dryopteris nipponensis