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HARDY FERNS Dryopteris wallichiana
Commonly known as Wallich's wood fern
Yellowish-green young leaves clothed with blackish-brown scales on the midrib
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Semi-evergreenKeeps some of its foliage all year, and will drop some leaves as well.Lance-shaped, 2-pinnate, dark green fronds to 90cm (36in) or more long
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Height1m (3ft)
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Spread1m (3ft)
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FernProduces an erect rhizome and a shuttlecock of leaves.
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Hardy - cold winterHardy in most places throughout the UK even in severe winters. May not withstand open/exposed sites or central/northern locations. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -15°C (5°F)
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Partial shade
HARDY FERNS Dryopteris wallichiana
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Additional FeaturesGood to knowAn attractive fern providing contrasting colour in spring.Pests & DiseasesScale insectsPlace of originHimalayas
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HardinessFully hardy
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Soil ConditionsFertile moist well-drained soilAny moist, humus-rich soil. When established will tolerate dry soil.
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