balconies and terraces

Bright green foliage appears in Spring and is followed by cones of purple flower clusters in Summer

the Butterfly Bush

With the low maintenance the plant requires

performs best in well-drained soil and once established is able to resist drought and temperature fluctuations

Dryopteris atrata Buddleia davidii 'High Five Purple' balconies and terracesDryopteris aratata or Dryopteris cycadina is a tall, yet sturdy, and hardy, semi evergreen fern. Known more commonly as Shaggy Wood Fern, this plant produces bright green, lance shaped fronds with small black hair on the pinnae. Due to its preference for shade, this plant would do best in a shaded border or woodland garden. Plant in a moist, well drained, humus rich soil. Thrives best in partial to full shade but will grow in full sun, if watered