{"product_id":"blechnum-spicant-hard-fern","title":"Blechnum spicant - Hard Fern 3 Litre Pot","description":"\u003ch2\u003eBlechnum spicant - Hard Fern\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis charming native evergreen fern brings texture and year-round greenery to shaded areas. With its distinctive ladder-like fronds arranged in neat rosettes, it adds elegant structure to woodland gardens and shaded borders with minimal maintenance required.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSeasonal Highlights\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe evergreen fronds remain attractive throughout winter, providing valuable structure. In summer, separate upright fertile fronds emerge from the centre of the rosette, adding interesting vertical accents. Fresh new fronds unfurl in spring.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEvergreen foliage for year-round interest\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDistinctive ladder-like frond pattern\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeparate fertile and sterile fronds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNative British species\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcellent for naturalising\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eWoodland gardens, shaded borders, damp areas, rock gardens, and naturalising in wild areas. Ideal for planting under trees, alongside streams, or in north-facing borders where many other plants struggle.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eGrowing Tips\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003ePlant in acidic, humus-rich soil that stays reliably moist. Prefers full or partial shade. Mulch with leaf mould or ericaceous compost annually. Keep well-watered during dry spells. Remove any damaged fronds in spring before new growth emerges.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eLooks Great With\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eCombine with other shade-loving plants such as hostas, primulas, bluebells, and woodland bulbs. Plant alongside other ferns, heucheras, and hellebores for a layered woodland planting. Works beautifully near water features.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA delightful native fern that brings elegance and structure to shaded areas while supporting local wildlife.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Grasslands Nursery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56937249931590,"sku":"172336","price":6.75,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0796\/7948\/8326\/files\/07a6a508-c0b2-46e7-8833-0dc3f137fdad.jpg?v=1783675224","url":"https:\/\/www.grasslands.co.uk\/products\/blechnum-spicant-hard-fern","provider":"Grasslands Nursery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}