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Phegopteris decursive-pinnata
Japanese beech fern
A deciduous fern to around 50cm high, with upright to arching, narrow, pinnatifid fronds up to 80cm long. Fronds are pale green when young and take on a slight blue-green tint when mature
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Size
Ultimate height
0.1–0.5 metresTime to ultimate height
5–10 yearsUltimate spread
0.5–1 metresGrowing conditions
Clay
Loam
Moisture
Moist but well–drained, Poorly–drainedpH
Acid, NeutralColour & scent
Stem | Flower | Foliage | Fruit | |
Spring | Green | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Summer | Green | |||
Autumn | Green | |||
Winter |
Position
- Full shade
- Partial shade
Aspect
East–facing or North–facing
Exposure
Sheltered Hardiness
H6Botanical details
- Family
- Thelypteridaceae
- Native to GB / Ireland
- No
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Habit
- Clump forming
- Name status
Correct
- Plant range
- China, Japan
How to grow
Cultivation
Grow in moist soils in part or full shade. Spreads slowly by rhizomes. See how to grow ferns for further advice
Propagation
Propagate by spores, sown as soon as ripe, or by division in spring
Suggested planting locations and garden types
- Cottage and informal garden
- Patio and container plants
- Low Maintenance
- Flower borders and beds
- Ground cover
- Underplanting of roses and shrubs
Pruning
No pruning required
Pests
Generally pest-free
Diseases
Generally disease-free
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