About
This clump-forming, evergreen or semi-evergreen fern with arching, dark green fronds divided into long, narrowly lance-shaped leaflets (pinnae). New fronds emerge in summer rather than spring.
About the genus
Polypodium can be evergreen or deciduous ferns, with creeping rhizomes bearing simple or pinnate fronds at intervals
Growing conditions
SunlightPartial shade
Soil typeLoam, Chalk
Soil pHNeutral, Alkaline
Soil moistureMoist but well-drained
AspectWest-facing, East-facing, North-facing
ExposureSheltered
UK hardinessH7
Plant details
Plant typeFerns
HabitClump forming
FoliageSemi evergreen, Evergreen
Height0.1-0.5 metres
Spread0.1-0.5 metres
Time to full height2-5 years
Suggested usesCottage and informal garden
Care notes
CultivationGrow in moist but free draining soil in partial shade. Will tolerate sun if the soil retains moisture. For more information see our guide how to grow ferns.
PruningGenerally not required
PropagationPropagate by division
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-free