Soft Shield Fern (Syn. Plumosum Densum)

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Soft Shield Fern (Syn. Plumosum Densum)

£7.49

Position: full or partial shade
Soil: fertile, humus-rich, well-drained soil
Rate of growth: average
Hardiness: fully hardy
Soft, narrow, dark green fronds arranged in a distinctive shuttlecock-like shape. This handsome evergreen fern is perfect for a shady border with fertile, humus-rich, well-drained soil. Cutting back the foliage in early January allows the surrounding area to be underplanted with snowdrops, winter aconites or wood anemones.Garden care: Incorporate lots of well-rotted leaf mould, composted pine needles or garden compost into the planting hole.

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