Woodsia alpina, commonly known as alpine woodsia or northern woodsia, is a clump-forming deciduous fern belonging to the genus Woodsia. These compact, tufted ferns have pinnate or bi-pinnate fronds, making them well suited for rock gardens. This cultivar thrives in partial shade with a north, east, or west-facing aspect and prefers moist but well-drained, humus-rich soils such as loam, chalk, or sand with neutral to alkaline pH. Hardy to UK zone H7, it is ideal for sheltered locations and is best grown in spring and summer, suitable for informal gardens, underplanting, and flower borders.

Alpine Woodsia is a hardy, clump-forming deciduous fern ideal for rock gardens and underplanting, thriving in partial shade from spring to summer.

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