Dryopteris filix-mas - young fronds in early summer

Dryopteris filix-mas

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(Male Fern) Native to woods of the UK, Dryopteris filix-mas is a clump forming deciduous fern with long feathery fronds, bright green in summer turning shades of bronze in autumn.

Excellent for a position in partial to heavy shade & can be grown in a large container.

Very attractive when planted in small groups in a woodland environment.

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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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Native to woods of the UK, Dryopteris filix-mas is a clump forming deciduous fern with long feathery fronds, bright green in summer turning shades of bronze in autumn. Excellent for a position in partial to heavy shade & can be grown in a large container.

Very attractive when planted in small groups in a woodland environment.

Position: Light, dappled or heavy shade.
Soil: Moist (but well drained), fertile soil.
Hardiness: Hardy.
Rate of Growth: Moderate.
Habit: Dryopteris filix-mas grows to be a small to medium sized, clump forming fern.
- Height: up to 80 - 100 cm (2 - 3 ft)
- Spread: up to 80 - 100 cm (2 - 3 ft)

How Much Sun: Light Shade, Shade
Eventual Size: Fern - Medium (0.6m - 1.2m), Fern - Small (less than 0.6m)
Growing Conditions: Soil: Not Fussy, Soil: Damp/Wet
Special Features: Habit - Architectural, Autumn Colour

Brand BlueBell Nursery

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