Dryopteris championii

Champions wood fern. A Japanese species with pale green new fronds ageing to dark green. Shiny and very weather resistant, slowly creeping. Evergreen Fern, Native Range: Japan, South Korea, China. Ht & spr: 2-3 ft. Part to full shade. Prefers moist, humusy soils rich in organic matter. Shelter from strong winds to protect the fronds.