Polystichum setiferum - P13

Description
The Soft shield fern (Polystichum setiferum) is a decorative design element in the garden with its glossy, feathery, medium green leaf fronds. It feels most at home in a semi-shady to shady location with well-drained, humus-rich soil. In favourable conditions, this hardy fern reaches a height of approx. 70 cm and grows up to 40 cm wide.

Bulletpoints
* beautiful foliage * cut flower * decorative feathery fronds

leaves
High leaf ornamental value. The evergreen leaves of the Soft shield ferns are medium green, pinnate, glossy.

Frost hardiness
The Soft shield fern has good frost hardiness.

Growth
Upright, clump-forming, overhanging.

Water
Water regularly and allow the soil to dry out in the meantime.

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 soil is frozen and in summer heat (over 30°C).

Planting partner
The Soft shield fern sets beautiful accents together with: Bell's-grass, chickweed.

Care
This plant should not be cut back in autumn as it looks pretty in winter or the dead plant parts serve as winter protection. Only prune in spring before new shoots appear.

Use
Pruning, woodland edge, undergrowth, natural garden, shade