The highlights
- Adds interest to shady borders, ponds or woodland gardens
- Upright arching fronds
- Vibrant green
- Happy in many soil conditions
Description
- Dryopteris filix-mas, or Male Fern, is a classic and reliable fern species with a robust nature. It features erect, arching fronds that unfurl in a graceful manner, creating a lush and verdant presence in shady areas. With its vibrant green foliage and tolerance for various soil conditions, this fern is a popular choice for naturalizing woodland settings or adding texture to borders and rockeries.
- 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
