Cyrtomium fortunei - P9

Description
The Fortune's cyrtomium (Cyrtomium fortunei) with its feathery, medium green leaf fronds is a decorative design element in the garden. It feels most at home in a semi-shady to shady location with well-drained, humus-rich soil. Under favourable conditions, this hardy fern reaches a height of approx. 60 cm and grows up to 40 cm wide.

Synonym
Synonyms (botanical): Polystichum falcatum var. fortunei.

Bulletpoints
* beautiful foliage * decorative feathery fronds

Leaves
High leaf ornamental value. The evergreen leaves of the Fortune's cyrtomiums are medium green, pinnate.

Frost hardiness
The Fortune's cyrtomium has good frost hardiness.

Growth
Bushy.

Water
The plant needs plenty of water. Do not allow the soil to dry out.

Location
Preferred location in semi-shady to shady position.

Soil
Normal soil.

Planting time
Container plants can be planted all year round, except when the ground is frozen and in summer heat (over 30°C).

Planting partner
The Fortune's cyrtomium sets beautiful accents together with: Common Hazelwort, Dwarf Funkia.

Care
The plant must be protected from winter moisture.

Use
Woody edge, undergrowth, shade