Overview
Asplenium scolopendrium 'Crispum' is a plant with a tufted habit in the genus Asplenium, part of the Aspleniaceae family, with evergreen foliage. Asplenium scolopendrium 'Crispum' grows best in full shade and partial shade, and tolerates most soils and alkaline and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H6. Suggested uses include cottage and informal garden and city and courtyard gardens.
About
Asplenium scolopendrium 'Crispum' is a tufted evergreen fern cultivar belonging to the genus Asplenium in the family Aspleniaceae. It thrives in full or partial shade, making it suitable for north, east, or west-facing aspects. This cultivar tolerates a range of soil types including chalk, clay, loam, and sand, preferring moist but well-drained conditions with alkaline to neutral pH. Hardy to UK zone H6, it is well suited to both exposed and sheltered sites, and is ideal for cottage, informal, city, and courtyard gardens. Propagation can be achieved through division or spores.
About the genus
Asplenium is a genus of about 700 species of ferns, often treated as the only genus in the family Aspleniaceae, though other authors consider Hymenasplenium separate, based on molecular phylogenetic analysis of DNA sequences, a different chromosome count, and structural differences in the rhizomes. The type species for the genus is Asplenium marinum.
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Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Asplenium
- Sunlight
- Full shade, Partial shade
- Soil type
- Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- North-facing, East-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Exposed, Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H6
Plant details
Asplenium scolopendrium 'Crispum' size, habit and characteristics
- Habit
- Tufted
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Suggested uses
- Cottage and informal garden, City and courtyard gardens
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Asplenium scolopendrium 'Crispum'
- Propagation
- Division, Spores
- Pest resistance
- Susceptible to scale insects
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Asplenium scolopendrium 'Crispum'?
Asplenium scolopendrium 'Crispum' prefers full shade and partial shade. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.
What soil does Asplenium scolopendrium 'Crispum' need?
Asplenium scolopendrium 'Crispum' is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including chalk, clay, loam and sand. It prefers alkaline and neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Asplenium scolopendrium 'Crispum' hardy in the UK?
Asplenium scolopendrium 'Crispum' has an RHS hardiness rating of H6, meaning it is very hardy, tolerating -20 to -15°C across most of the UK.
How do I propagate Asplenium scolopendrium 'Crispum'?
Division, Spores.