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Size
Ultimate height
0.5–1 metresTime to ultimate height
5–10 yearsUltimate spread
0.5–1 metresGrowing conditions
Clay
Loam
Moisture
Moist but well–drainedpH
Neutral, AcidColour & scent
| Stem | Flower | Foliage | Fruit | |
| Spring | Green | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summer | Green | |||
| Autumn | Green | |||
| Winter | Green |
Position
- Full shade
- Partial shade
Aspect
West–facing or East–facing
Exposure
Sheltered Hardiness
H3Botanical details
- Family
- Dryopteridaceae
- Native to the UK
- No
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Habit
- Clump forming
- Name status
Correct
How to grow
Cultivation
Grow in moist but well-drained, neutral to acid soil in full or partial shade. Will be deciduous in very cold winters. Protect with a thick, dry mulch in autumn. See how to grow tender ferns outdoors for further advice
Propagation
Propagate by division
Suggested planting locations and garden types
- Sub-tropical
- Cottage and informal garden
- Low Maintenance
- Underplanting of roses and shrubs
- Wall side borders
- Flower borders and beds
Pruning
No pruning required, but remove any faded or damaged fronds in spring
Pests
Generally pest-free
Diseases
Generally disease-free
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