Overview
Polypodium cambricum Semilacerum Group is a matforming ferns in the genus Polypodium, part of the Polypodiaceae family, with evergreen foliage. Polypodium cambricum Semilacerum Group grows best in full shade and partial shade, and tolerates most soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H7. Suggested uses include cottage and informal garden, rock garden, low maintenance, flower borders and beds and underplanting of roses and shrubs.
About
Polypodium cambricum Semilacerum Group is an evergreen cultivar of the Polypodium genus, which includes both evergreen and deciduous ferns with creeping rhizomes and simple or pinnate fronds. This matforming fern thrives in moist, humus-rich, well-drained soils and prefers shaded, sheltered positions such as north, east, or west-facing aspects. Hardy to UK zone H7, it is well suited to cottage and informal gardens, rock gardens, and underplanting beneath roses and shrubs. Its season of interest spans spring and summer, making it a low-maintenance choice for flower borders and beds.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Polypodium
- Sunlight
- Full shade, Partial shade
- Soil type
- Loam, Chalk, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained, Well-drained
- Aspect
- North-facing, East-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H7
Plant details
Polypodium cambricum Semilacerum Group size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Ferns
- Habit
- Matforming
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Suggested uses
- Cottage and informal garden, Rock garden, Low Maintenance, Flower borders and beds, Underplanting of roses and shrubs
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Polypodium cambricum Semilacerum Group
- Propagation
- Division in spring or early summer, Sow spores at 15-16°C when ripe
- Pest resistance
- Generally pest-free outdoors
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free outdoors
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Polypodium cambricum Semilacerum Group?
Polypodium cambricum Semilacerum Group prefers full shade and partial shade. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Polypodium cambricum Semilacerum Group need?
Polypodium cambricum Semilacerum Group is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including loam, chalk and sand. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained to well-drained.
Is Polypodium cambricum Semilacerum Group hardy in the UK?
Polypodium cambricum Semilacerum Group has an RHS hardiness rating of H7, meaning it is fully hardy throughout the UK, tolerating temperatures below -20°C.
How do I propagate Polypodium cambricum Semilacerum Group?
Division in spring or early summer, Sow spores at 15-16°C when ripe.
More in the Polypodium genus
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- Polypodium cambricum 'Barrowii'Welsh polypody 'Barrowii'
- Polypodium vulgarecommon polypody
- Polypodium cambricum (Semilacerum Group) 'Carew Lane'