Fern and fritillary pot display
Plant up a pretty spring pot display of ferns and fritillaries.
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Bring life to a shady corner with these shade-loving favourites. The lime-green leaves of the fern contrast beautifully with the chequered purple snake's head fritillaries. Perfect for spring, once you're finished with the display, simply transplant the plants into your garden and repot the container with a fresh set of plants for summer.
You Will Need
- Japanese tassel fern, Polystichum polyblepharum
- Snake's head fritillary, Fritillaria meleagris
- 30cm terracotta pot
- Crocks
- Multi-purpose, peat-free compost
Total time: 20 minutes
Step 1
Cover the bottom of the pot with crocks, then fill it two-thirds with compost.
Step 2
Plant the ferns first and then the fritillaries. Cover the plants with compost and firm well. Water the pot thoroughly and allow to drain before moving to its final position.
Kevin Smith says...
Keep the display simple by only using once colour fritillary – you’ll find several shades available at the garden centre, but being strict with colour is the key to creating a coordinated display with a professional finish.
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