Overview
Arachniodes miqueliana is a clump forming ferns in the genus Arachniodes, part of the Dryopteridaceae family, with evergreen foliage. Arachniodes miqueliana grows best in full shade and partial shade, and tolerates most soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H3. Suggested uses include cottage and informal garden, low maintenance, underplanting of roses and shrubs, wall side borders and flower borders and beds.
About
Arachniodes miqueliana is a clump-forming evergreen fern belonging to the genus Arachniodes, which includes around 60 slow-growing species known for their robust, glossy dark green fronds often marked with yellow streaks. This herbaceous perennial thrives in shaded, sheltered locations with moist but well-drained soil, including clay, loam, and chalk, across a range of pH levels. It is hardy to UK zone H3 and is suitable for underplanting roses and shrubs, as well as for use in cottage and informal gardens, wall side borders, and flower borders. Interest in this fern is primarily during spring and summer.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Arachniodes
- Sunlight
- Full shade, Partial shade
- Soil type
- Clay, Loam, Chalk
- Soil pH
- Acid, Neutral, Alkaline
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- West-facing, East-facing, North-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H3
Plant details
Arachniodes miqueliana size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Ferns, Herbaceous Perennial
- Habit
- Clump forming
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Suggested uses
- Cottage and informal garden, Low Maintenance, Underplanting of roses and shrubs, Wall side borders, Flower borders and beds
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Arachniodes miqueliana
- Propagation
- Division
- Pest resistance
- Generally pest-free
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Arachniodes miqueliana?
Arachniodes miqueliana prefers full shade and partial shade. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Arachniodes miqueliana need?
Arachniodes miqueliana is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including clay, loam and chalk. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Arachniodes miqueliana hardy in the UK?
Arachniodes miqueliana has an RHS hardiness rating of H3, meaning it is half-hardy, tolerating -5 to 1°C, and may need winter protection in colder areas.
How do I propagate Arachniodes miqueliana?
Division.