Soft Shield Fern

Soft, dark green fronds arranged in a distinctive shuttlecock-like shape. This large, evergreen fern is perfect for a shady, well-drained, mixed border. One of our recommended plants, the old foliage can either be cut back in early January to allow the underplanting of spring bulbs or left in place until April when the new fronds appear.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
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