Hard Shield Fern
Lustrous, long, dark green fronds forming a dist
Lustrous, long, dark green fronds forming a distinctive shuttlecock-like shape. This hard shield fern is reliably evergreen, even in cold areas. Perfect for providing all-year interest for a shady, well-drained mixed border, the finely divided foliage looks wonderful frosted in the winter garden.Position: full or partial shadeSoil: fertile, humus-rich, well-drained soilRate of growth: averageHardiness: fully hardyGarden care: Incorporate lots of well-rotted leaf mould, composted pine needles or garden compost into the planting hole Goes well with: Sarcococca confusa, Ophiopogon planiscapus `Nigrescens`, Polygonatum odoratum, Epimedium x youngianum `Niveum`, Ruscus aculeatus, Hosta `Big Daddy` |
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