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HARDY FERNS Dryopteris cycadina
Commonly known as Shaggy field fern
Full shade for this semi-evergreen fern
£14.50 each
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Plant Details
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Pests & Diseases
None -
Place of origin
Northern India to China, Taiwan, Japan -
Deciduous
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Semi-evergreenKeeps some of its foliage all year, and will drop some leaves as well.
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Fully hardyBorderline
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Height
60cm (24in) -
Spread
45cm (18in)
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FernErect rhizome produces a shuttlecock of lance-shaped, pinnate, bright green fronds 45cm (18in) tall with green mid-ribs and attractive black hairs
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Hardy - average winter
Hardy through most of the UK apart from inland valleys, at altitude and central/northerly locations. May suffer foliage damage and stem dieback in harsh winters in cold gardens. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -10°C (14°F)Borderline -
Mature Size60cm (24in)
45cm (18in)
Planting Tips and Care Advice
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Garden Location/Conditions
BorderSuitable for a shaded, sheltered borderCottage gardenTown garden
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Soil Conditions
Fertile moist well-drained soilHumus-rich.
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Sun Requirements
Full shade
Sheltered site
Ferns - Care Guide
- Growing & Caring for Ferns
- ADIANTUM Ferns
- ASPLENIUM Ferns
- ATHRIUM Ferns
- BLECHNUM Ferns
- DRYOPTERIS Ferns
- MATTEUCCIA Ferns
- OSMUNDA Ferns
- POLYSTICHUM Ferns
- Tidying Deciduous Ferns for Winter
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