Dryopteris filix-mas - Male Fern
A quintessential British woodland fern offering reliable performance and graceful beauty in shaded areas. This robust native species creates substantial clumps of elegant fronds, bringing natural charm and easy elegance to challenging shady spots.
Seasonal Highlights
Fresh bright green fronds unfurl in spring, creating attractive shuttlecock shapes. Throughout summer, the lush green foliage provides cooling shade and textural interest. Fronds gradually fade and die back in autumn, providing seasonal change.
Key Features
- Classic arching frond form
- Robust and reliable growth
- Fully hardy to -15°C
- Tolerates deep shade
- Native British species
- Excellent ground cover
Perfect For
Woodland gardens, shaded borders, damp areas, and naturalising under trees. Ideal for difficult dry shade once established. Perfect for creating natural-looking plantings or adding texture to ferneries and wild gardens.
Growing Tips
Plant in partial to full shade in any reasonable moist soil. Very adaptable and tolerant once established. Mulch annually with leaf mould. Remove old fronds in late winter before new growth appears. Divide large clumps in spring if desired.
Looks Great With
Perfect companion for spring bulbs, bluebells, foxgloves, and other woodland plants. Works beautifully with hostas, Solomon's seal, and shade-loving hardy geraniums.
An indispensable native fern offering reliable beauty and ease of cultivation, perfect for creating natural woodland atmospheres in shaded gardens.
Does the height include the pot?
No, we measure from the top of the pot to the tip of the plant except for some of the instant planted screens, in this case it will be stated in the description
How long does delivery take?
Most orders are delivered in just a few days, Smaller items are often sent with Parcelforce on a next day service, Larger items should allow up to 10 days due to the size of the items they often have to be sent on our own transport.
Where will you leave my plants?
We will leave your order at the front of your property, Parcelforce may
leave your items in a safe place if you let us know, Pallet couriers
will require a flat hard surface to deliver to, no gravel or soil, a
driveway or parking spot would be best. Most importantly Deliveries by
pallet courier will require access for a large truck (bin lorry sized)
to get near the delivery point. Deliveries sent on our own transport may come in a small van or larger truck.
