Dryopteris wallichiana

Dryopteris wallichiana

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(Alpine Wood Fern) A hardy fern native to many parts of the world including the Himalayas, which has elegant upright, bright green fronds with dark stems. Reliable and ideal for a position in light dappled or heavy shade.

It can also be grown very successfully in a container, provided it is in a shady position.

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2 litre pot

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Handsome shrub with conical white and green summer flowers.
Pruned back to 30 cm for winter. One free plant per person only.

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A hardy fern native to many parts of the world including the Himalayas, which has elegant upright, bright green fronds with dark stems. Reliable and ideal for a position in light dappled or heavy shade. It can also be grown very successfully in a container, provided it is in a shady position.

Position: Light, dappled or heavy shade.
Soil: Moist, fertile soil.
Hardiness: Hardy.
Rate of Growth: Moderate.
Habit: Dryopteris wallichiana grows to be a medium sized, clump forming fern.
- Height: up to 80 - 100 cm (2½ - 3 ft)
- Spread: up to 100 - 120 cm (3 - 4 ft)

How Much Sun: Light Shade, Shade
Eventual Size: Fern - Medium (0.6m - 1.2m)
Growing Conditions: Soil: Damp/Wet, Soil: Acid, Soil: Not Fussy
Special Features: Suitable for Containers, Foliage - Unusual Shape

Brand BlueBell Nursery

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