{"product_id":"col-1l-mal-fer-dry-amo","title":"Dryopteris affinis Montana Male Fern Hardy Evergreen Perennial Plants, Shade Loving Garden Plant, 1L Root Ball","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eMale Fern – Dryopteris Affinis \/ Montana\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eA classic and dependable British native fern, the Male Fern (Dryopteris affinis) is one of the most versatile and easy-to-grow ferns available. Prized for its elegant, shuttlecock-shaped rosette of arching, lance-shaped fronds, this hardy perennial brings lush, verdant texture to even the most challenging shaded areas of the garden. The unfurling croziers in spring are particularly attractive, adorned with distinctive golden-brown scales along the stems that catch the light beautifully.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eThriving in dappled shade and woodland conditions, Dryopteris affinis is an excellent choice for planting beneath trees, along shady borders, or in moist, sheltered corners where many other plants struggle. Once established, it is remarkably low-maintenance and will reward you year after year with its graceful, architectural form. This semi-evergreen fern retains much of its foliage through milder winters, providing valuable structure and greenery when the rest of the garden has faded.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e3 or 6 x Male Fern (Dryopteris Affinis \/ Montana) supplied in 1 Litre root-balls, ready for planting\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eKey Features\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHardy, reliable perennial fern – perfect for UK gardens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eElegant shuttlecock-shaped habit with gracefully arching fronds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAttractive golden-brown scales on emerging spring croziers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdeal for shaded borders, woodland gardens, north-facing walls and containers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSemi-evergreen foliage provides year-round interest in milder areas\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLow-maintenance once established – requires minimal care\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcellent for underplanting beneath trees and shrubs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePlanting Suggestions\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePlant in a sheltered, shaded or partially shaded position in moist, humus-rich, well-drained soil. Incorporate plenty of organic matter such as leaf mould or garden compost at planting time to help retain moisture. Water regularly during the first growing season to help the roots establish. Remove any old or damaged fronds in early spring before the new croziers begin to unfurl. A mulch of leaf mould or bark chippings applied in spring will help conserve moisture and suppress weeds.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCultural Information\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dryopteris affinis\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Names:\u003c\/strong\u003e Golden Male Fern, Scaly Male Fern, Golden-scaled Male Fern\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClassification:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hardy semi-evergreen perennial fern\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFully Grown Height \u0026amp; Spread:\u003c\/strong\u003e 60–90 cm × 60–90 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Upright, shuttlecock-shaped rosette with arching fronds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePerfect For:\u003c\/strong\u003e Shady Borders, Woodland Gardens, North-Facing Walls, Containers, Underplanting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting Position:\u003c\/strong\u003e Partial Shade to Full Shade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moist, Humus-Rich, Well-Drained\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hardy Semi-Evergreen Perennial Fern\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFoliage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mid-Green, Lance-Shaped Fronds with Golden-Brown Scales on Stems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHardiness:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fully Hardy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNative To:\u003c\/strong\u003e UK \u0026amp; Europe\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eNotes:\u003c\/b\u003e This listing is for the Affinis \/ Montana variety of Male Fern, supplied as a set of three plants in 1 litre root-balls. 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