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FernsHerbaceous Perennial
Size
Ultimate height
0.1–0.5 metresTime to ultimate height
2–5 yearsUltimate spread
0.1–0.5 metresGrowing conditions
Loam
Sand
Chalk
Moisture
Well–drainedpH
Neutral, AlkalineColour & scent
| Stem | Flower | Foliage | Fruit | |
| Spring | Green | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summer | Green | |||
| Autumn | Green | |||
| Winter | Green |
Position
- Partial shade
Aspect
West–facing or East–facing or North–facing
Exposure
Sheltered Hardiness
H5Botanical details
- Family
- Aspleniaceae
- Native to the UK
- No
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Habit
- Clump forming
- Genus
Asplenium are evergreen ferns with short, usually erect rhizomes bearing a rosette of slightly leathery fronds which may be simple, pinnate to 3-pinnate
- Name status
Correct
- Plant range
- CS Europe C Asia
How to grow
Cultivation
A fern which prefers alpine or rockery conditions with loose free draining soils in partial shade or full sun with slightly more moisture. Dislikes wet soils especially over winter. See how to grow ferns for further advice
Propagation
Propagate by division or spores
Suggested planting locations and garden types
- Gravel garden
- Rock garden
- Patio and container plants
- Cottage and informal garden
- City and courtyard gardens
- Low Maintenance
- Underplanting of roses and shrubs
- Wall side borders
Pruning
No pruning required
Pests
Generally pest-free
Diseases
Generally disease-free
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