Dryopteris Filix-mas Cristata | 9cm Pot

Unusual fronds. Position: partial shade Soil: moist, humus-rich soil Rate of growth: average Hardiness: fully hardy The mid green fronds are crested at their tips and at the ends of divisions, and form robus, upright shuttlecock-like shapes. A useful growundcover under trees, as it is quite drought tolerant once it has had a chance to become established. Ideal for naturalised planting schemes and woodland gardens, where it mixes well with other shade loving plants such as Hosta, Polygonatum and Helleborus. Garden care: Incorporate lots of well-rotted leaf mould, composted pine needles or garden compost into the planting hole. Cut back decayed fronds in winter to allow new growth to emerge.