The highlights
- Adds interest to shady borders, ponds or woodland gardens
- Rigid, leathery foliage with overlapping leaflets
- Bold, dark green fronds
- Tolerant of drier conditions
Description
- Polystichum rigens, also called Rigid Shield Fern, is a visually striking fern species known for its upright growth habit and bold, dark green fronds. The rigid, leathery foliage features overlapping leaflets, creating a robust and textured appearance. This fern’s architectural form and tolerance for drier conditions make it a remarkable choice for adding structure and visual interest to rock gardens, slopes, or woodland settings.
- Thrives in a sheltered spot and prefers partial or full shade
- Perfect for a shady corner of the garden or for underplanting trees and shrubs
- Brings colour, texture and year-round interest to cottage or woodland planting schemes, streams, ponds and water gardens
