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Polystichum aculeatum
Hard Shield Fern 

Polystichum aculeatum
Common name

Hard Shield Fern

Group

Ferns

Family

Dryopteridaceae

Description

Hard Shield Fern. The native hard shield fern with stiff leathery fronds; unfurling backwards. Max Height 60cm. Max Spread 90cm. Shaded site. Hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.

Characteristics

Growth habit
Arching
Fragrance
No
Hardiness
Hardy
Toxicity
Harmful if eaten

Size

Growth speed
Fast
Ultimate height
60cm
Ultimate spread
90cm

Colour

Flowers
Green; White in May; June
Foliage
Green - Evergreen
Fruit
Blue; Black in August
 

Growing your plants

Aspect
Shaded site Protect crowns from winter wet
Soil
Gritty
Moisture
Well drained
Propagation
Grafting
Usage
Border
Planting
Water thoroughly before planting

Caring for your plants

Pruning
Early spring Thin out overgrown plants
Maintenance
Mulch; Feed
Care
Keep moist in first year
Pests & diseases
Honey fungus; Red spider mite; Aphids; Adelgids

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The web price shown includes a web only discount of 10%. All prices are exclusive of VAT.

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Regular 5 litre --- --- £15.39 £ 1