Dryopteris cycadina
£15.00
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notes
Adding interest to a landscape, the semi-evergreen Shaggy Shield Fern forms a rosette of fronds, with black scales on the stipes (or ridges) providing contrast with the bright green blades.
Dimensions
- Pot size: 2L
- Height and Spread: 100cm (3ft 3in) x W: 50cm (1ft 7in) after 5-10 years
Features
notes
Adding interest to a landscape, the semi-evergreen Shaggy Shield Fern forms a rosette of fronds, with black scales on the stipes (or ridges) providing contrast with the bright green blades.
Insights
Bursting out of the ground in a neat fountain shape, use this fern as a feature in a dark corner of the garden or for a simple, minimalist garden design. This fern is a recipient of the RHS AGM (Award of Garden Merit), for all round excellence.
Details
- Hardy
- Clump forming
Planting
- Moist soil
- All aspects
- Partial sunlight or shade
Care
- Remove any dead leaves after winter to allow light in for new growth
- Enjoys moist, well drained soil in a cool position
- Leaves can turn yellow and burn if exposed to excessive full sun
Glossary