Overview
Dryopteris filix-mas 'Linearis Congesta' is a clump forming ferns in the genus Dryopteris, part of the Dryopteridaceae family, with evergreen, semi evergreen foliage. Dryopteris filix-mas 'Linearis Congesta' grows best in full shade and partial shade, and tolerates clay and loam soils and neutral and acid pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H6. Suggested uses include cottage and informal garden.
About
Dryopteris filix-mas 'Linearis Congesta' is a clump-forming cultivar of the Dryopteris genus, which comprises ferns with robust rhizomes and pinnate fronds. This cultivar is evergreen to semi-evergreen, maintaining its foliage through winter. It thrives in moist but well-drained, humus-rich soils such as clay or loam, preferring shaded, sheltered locations with neutral to acidic pH. Suitable for west, east, or north-facing aspects, it is hardy to UK zone H6 and is well suited to cottage and informal gardens. Propagation is achieved by division or from spores.
About the genus
Dryopteris, commonly called the wood ferns, male ferns, or buckler ferns, is a fern genus in the family Dryopteridaceae, subfamily Dryopteridoideae, according to the Pteridophyte Phylogeny Group classification of 2016 (PPG I). There are about 300-400 species in the genus. The species are distributed in Asia, the Americas, Europe, Africa, and the Pacific islands, with the highest diversity in eastern Asia.
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Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Dryopteris
- Sunlight
- Full shade, Partial shade
- Soil type
- Clay, Loam
- Soil pH
- Neutral, Acid
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- West-facing, East-facing, North-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H6
Plant details
Dryopteris filix-mas 'Linearis Congesta' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Ferns
- Habit
- Clump forming
- Foliage
- Evergreen, Semi evergreen
- Suggested uses
- Cottage and informal garden
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Dryopteris filix-mas 'Linearis Congesta'
- Propagation
- Propagate by division or from spores
- Pest resistance
- Generally pest-free
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Dryopteris filix-mas 'Linearis Congesta'?
Dryopteris filix-mas 'Linearis Congesta' prefers full shade and partial shade. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Dryopteris filix-mas 'Linearis Congesta' need?
Dryopteris filix-mas 'Linearis Congesta' grows best in clay and loam soil. It prefers neutral and acid soil. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Dryopteris filix-mas 'Linearis Congesta' hardy in the UK?
Dryopteris filix-mas 'Linearis Congesta' 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 Dryopteris filix-mas 'Linearis Congesta'?
Propagate by division or from spores.
