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Polystichum setiferum
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Soft shield fernPerennial, DeciduousFamily: Dryopteridaceae
- Height: 1.2mSpread: 1m
- Hardy
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Position
Sun Exposure:
Dappled shade, full sun, partial shade
Aspect:
East facing, north facing
Position in Border:
Front, middle
Soil
Acidic / Chalky / Alkaline / Clay / Heavy / Moist / Well Drained / Light / Sandy
Polystichum setiferum is a large, British native evergreen fern, bearing soft, dark green fronds that emerge upright before unfurling and falling open. It works well among other shade-loving plants such as Solomon's seal and hostas, and it contrasts well with glossy, hardy ferns such as Asplenium scolopendrium.
Grow Polystichum setiferum in moist but well-drained soil in partial shade. Cut plants back in winter to create space for spring bulbs, or leave in place until April when new fronds appear.
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Polystichum ‘Setiferum’ and wildlife
Polystichum ‘Setiferum’ has no particular known value to wildlife in the UK.
Is Polystichum ‘Setiferum’ poisonous?
Polystichum ‘Setiferum’ has no toxic effects reported.
No reported toxicity to:
Is not known to attract Birds
Birds
Is not known to attract Cats
Cats
Is not known to attract Dogs
Dogs
Is not known to attract Horses
Horses
Is not known to attract Livestock
Livestock
Is not known to attract People
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