Dryopteris filix-mas

Dryopteris filix-masKnown commonly as male fern, the Dryopteris filix mas is a deciduous, robust, hardy fern. In Spring, this fern produces an upright tuft of lance shaped, mid green fronds. The leaves then turn a copper colour in early Autumn, before dying back. This plant is well suited as a border plant or in a shaded cottage garden. Prefers partial or full shade. Plant in a moist, humus rich soil. Water regularly to prevent the soil from drying out. Please Note: When

with the yellow central bud bringing added brightness to its appearance

celebrated for its vivid blooms in warm

the shrub is rewarded with green edible fruits that mature into yellow after long ripening

It is a tough

well-drained soils and keep the upper portion in full or partial sunlight

appearing in early summer and lasting well into autumn

wall sides or as an additional small border

Keep in partial or full shade and out of direct sunlight

Asplenium scolopendrium 'Angustifolium' is an attractive

partial shade and full sunlight conditions are acceptable

A great option for trellis training due to its far spread

you should plant these fast growing creeping thyme plants in direct sun