garden ferns

Blechnum spicant

…tall, upright fronds with narrow leaflets rise up from the centre. A very pretty and delicate-looking fern for woodland gardens and shady rockeries in positions with acid soil. RHS Award of Garden Merit. Height: 60cm (24in). Spread: 45cm (18in). Plant height and spread is seasonal therefore we list…  More Info

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Dryopteris affinis 'Cristata'

Hardy ferns make some of the best foliage plants for their understated elegance and beauty. The winner of an RHS Award of Garden Merit, Dryopteris affinis 'Cristata' is a handsome fern producing tall fronds with intricately branched tips. Highly reliable and very easy to grow, this top-performing…  More Info

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Blechnum penna-marina

A beautiful, evergreen, ground-covering fern for moist, acid soils. Blechnum penna-marina slowly forms mats of delicate finger-like fronds that emerge in shades of pink, bronze and red before maturing to fresh green. Lovely paired with the young bronze foliage of Epimedium 'Frohnleiten'. This useful…  More Info

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Shuttlecock Fern

…awarded an RHS AGM, the shuttlecock fern makes a fabulous architectural addition to borders, woodland gardens and the edges of ponds. Growing best in moist shady areas, this large fern, also known as the ostrich fern, is superb for tricky damp areas of the garden and is incredibly low-maintenance.…  More Info

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Polypodium vulgare

This UK native fern is a frequent sight growing on stone walls. A testament to its resilience and adaptability, this hardy, evergreen fern can grow with or without soil. Polypodium vulgare can be tucked into rock crevices, tied onto moss and attached to tree trunks or grown in deep, moist soils in…  More Info

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Dryopteris 'Jurassic Gold'

…fern produces bronze-pink new growth in spring, which colours to vibrant golden-green throughout the summer. The architectural fronds arch gently as they grow, creating superb ground cover for woodland areas and shaded borders. Perfect for adding colour and texture to a dark corner of the garden,…  More Info

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Osmunda regalis

…throughout winter. This deciduous fern provides further interest in autumn when the fronds turn shades of copper. Osmunda regalis makes a statuesque specimen fern for bog gardens and the margins of ponds and streams in acid soils that remain reliably moist. This native fern is becoming increasingly…  More Info

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Athyrium otophorum var. 'Okanum'

A handsome, award-winning deciduous fern. Athyrium otophorum var. Okanum bears pale yellow-green, glowing fronds that contrast beautifully with maroon stalks and midribs. Its light green foliage is ideal for illuminating a moist border in full shade, planted in groups as groundcover, or as single…  More Info

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Bergenia cordifolia 'Bressingham White'

…flowers, slightly flushed with pink. The rounded foliage makes a good contrast with more finely textured shade-loving perennials such as ferns. RHS Award of Garden Merit. Height: 45cm (18in). Spread: 60cm (24in). Plant height and spread is seasonal therefore we list by pot size rather than a defined…  More Info

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Australian Tree Fern

The Australian Tree Fern makes an extraordinary sight! Long, finely cut fronds of up to 1.5m (5?) unfurl from the crown in a truly magnificent display that adds drama to damp, shaded areas of the garden. Native to Australia, Dicksonia antarctica is hardy to around -5'C (23'F) and thrives in the…  More Info

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Tree Fern

The Australian Tree Fern makes an extraordinary sight! Long, finely cut fronds of up to 1.5m (5?) unfurl from the crown in a truly magnificent display that adds drama to damp, shaded areas of the garden. Native to Australia, Dicksonia antarctica is hardy to around -5'C (23'F) and thrives in the…  More Info

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Pteris cretica var albolineata

…albolineata is a truly stunning fern whose wavy-edged, glossy green leaves boast a bold white central stripe. The finger-like leaves are held in palm-like clusters. An RHS Award of Garden Merit winner, the Cretan Brake Fern is one of the easiest indoor ferns to grow. Height: 60cm (24in). Spread:…  More Info

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Ericaceous Compost

A garden essential for acid-loving plants! Camellias, Blueberries, and Rhododendrons, to name but a few, will all thank you for this compost when you pot them up. Ericaceous compost has a low, acid pH which allows acid-loving plants to absorb iron and other nutrients properly. In ordinary compost…  More Info

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Cyrtomium fortunei

…Award of Garden Merit, Cyrtomium fortunei produces upright 'shuttlecocks' of light green leathery fronds with contrasting black stems. Highly reliable and very easy to grow, this top-performing evergreen fern is perfect for creating year-round interest in shady spots, woodland gardens and damp…  More Info

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Matteuccia orientalis

…‘Oriental Ostrich Fern’. Slightly more compact than its commoner relative, Matteuccia struthiopteris, it makes a better choice for smaller gardens. A gorgeous foliage plant for dappled shade in moist woodland-type borders or surrounding water. This deciduous, hardy fern is deservedly…  More Info

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Blechnum brasiliense 'Volcano'

If you like Dicksonia tree ferns but find them too large or expensive, why not try this new alternative? This dwarf Brazilian tree fern has only recently been introduced to the UK and is sure to be the next big thing for the home gardener. The compact plants are ideal for patio pots and thrive in…  More Info

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Dryopteris filix-mas 'Cristata'

…This vigorous fern forms strong, upright shuttlecocks of emerging fronds in the spring. Plant it in drifts through woodland-type borders. Its fresh green foliage offers a good textural contrast to other ferns and shade-loving plants. Deciduous to semi-evergreen. RHS Award of Garden Merit. Height:…  More Info

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Athyrium filix-femina

Also known as ‘Lady Fern’, Athyrium filix-femina is a UK native, deciduous fern with much more refined looks than the commoner ‘Male Fern’. It has been recognised with an RHS Award of Garden Merit. Fresh green crosiers unfurl into lacy, ladder-like foliage held gracefully in…  More Info

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Platycerium bifurcatum

…highly forked and able to grow to an impressive size. Growing on the branches of trees in the wild, common staghorn fern is best admired at eye level to appreciate it in all its spectacular glory! This RHS Award of Garden Merit winner is safe for children and pets. Height and spread: 90cm (35in).  More Info

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Dryopteris sieboldii

…and provides an effective textural contrast to other varieties as part of a fern collection. Looks lovely with the delicately veined leaves of Epimedium or the spotted foliage of Pulmonaria. RHS Award of Garden Merit. Height and spread: 50cm (20in). Plant height and spread is seasonal therefore…  More Info

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Pellaea rotundifolia

…tender fern, it can be grown outside in a summer container, or all year round as a house or conservatory plant. Pellaea rotundifolia looks beautiful cascading over the sides of a trough, creeping through a terrarium or bottle garden, or tumbling from a kitchen windowsill. RHS Award of Garden Merit.…  More Info

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Polystichum setiferum 'Plumosum Densum'

…it in drifts through larger borders, weaving between other perennials and shrubs. An excellent fern for all-year-round colour, texture and structure that has been recognised with an RHS Award of Garden Merit. Height and spread: 30-40cm (12-16in). Plant height and spread is seasonal therefore we list…  More Info

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Actiniopteris australis

This small tropical fern is a miniature beauty. Flat, fan-shaped fronds look like tiny palm leaves and have earned it the nickname, Eyelash Fern. Actiniopteris australis prefers a warm and humid environment and remains small and compact. This exquisite houseplant makes a lovely foliage specimen for…  More Info

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Pteris nipponica

…or trough. This half hardy fern makes a lovely specimen for a sheltered terrace, courtyard or coastal garden where it will be protected from frost, or grown in a container and brought under cover over winter. It can also be grown indoors as a houseplant. RHS Award of Garden Merit. Height and spread:…  More Info

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Hosta 'Sum and Substance'

…of Garden Merit (AGM). This bold and beautiful Hosta has huge, deeply corrugated deep green leaves which make a good backdrop for tall stems bearing pale lilac flowers which appear in July. This is the Hosta for a shady courtyard or border, where it makes a bold statement. It looks good with ferns…  More Info

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Pteris umbrosa

…green, ribbon-like fronds held on slim stems, creating a cascade of airy foliage. This half hardy, evergreen fern makes a lovely specimen for a sheltered terrace, courtyard or coastal garden where it will be protected from frost, or grown in a summer container and brought under cover over winter. It…  More Info

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Primula denticulata 'Lilac'

Holding an RHS Award of Garden Merit, Primula denticulata is an incredibly versatile little perennial. Tolerant of shade and poorly drained conditions, it is ideal for pondside or streamside planting and boggy areas. However, drumstick primrose is equally happy in containers or at the front of…  More Info

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Primula denticulata 'Red'

Holding an RHS Award of Garden Merit, Primula denticulata is an incredibly versatile little perennial. Tolerant of shade and poorly drained conditions, it is ideal for pondside or streamside planting and boggy areas. However, drumstick primrose is equally happy in containers or at the front of…  More Info

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Primula denticulata 'White'

Holding an RHS Award of Garden Merit, Primula denticulata is an incredibly versatile little perennial. Tolerant of shade and poorly drained conditions, it is ideal for pondside or streamside planting and boggy areas. However, drumstick primrose is equally happy in containers or at the front of…  More Info

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Primula denticulata 'Mixed'

…to the front of poorly drained, shady spots, associating beautifully with ferns, hostas and other perennials for moist shade. They are well suited to pond edges and bog gardens but are equally happy in most garden soils or containers, and will even tolerate full sun provided the soil remains…  More Info

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Lavender 'Oregano' - Kew Collection Seeds

…& Morgan is delighted to work alongside the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew to offer special seed collections to home gardeners. The Kew Collection and The Kew Urban Garden Collection have been specially selected by The Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. Lavender multifida ?Oregano? is a special species, which…  More Info

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Astelia 'Red Shadow'

…plant in the border or plant it into a container as an architectural focal point. Astelia 'Red Shadow' works equally well in partial shade with ferns, or in a sunny Mediterranean scheme with drought tolerant plants. This half hardy perennial will grow outdoors all year in milder parts of the UK…  More Info

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Astelia 'Silver Shadow'

…Use it as an accent plant in the border or plant it into a container as an architectural focal point. It works equally well in partial shade with ferns, or in a sunny Mediterranean scheme with drought tolerant plants. This half hardy perennial will grow outdoors all year in milder parts of the UK…  More Info

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Ligularia przewalskii

…flowers with long drooping petals. It’s a spectacular plant for moist, shady areas, pond sides or bog gardens where its foliage alone provides a dramatic partner to hostas and ferns. Its midsummer to autumn flowering is really useful in these shady spots, which tend to be dominated by spring…  More Info

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Astilbe chinensis var. pumilla

…planting in a wildlife garden, attracting plenty of butterflies and although it’s a quick spreader it remains compact enough to be suitable for smaller gardens. The flower plumes are popular with florists and can be used fresh or dried. Winner of an RHS Award of Garden Merit. Height: 30cm…  More Info

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Dicentra spectablis

…spectabilis are held above finely cut, fern-like foliage with an elegance that is hard to match. A stunning addition to spring borders, cottage gardens and woodlands. Height: 120 cm (48). Spread: 45cm (18). Plant height and spread is seasonal therefore we list by pot size rather than a defined plant…  More Info

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Coreopsis verticillata 'Moonbeam'

Coreopsis ?Moonbeam', commonly known as tickseed, is a large, hardy perennial, ideal for borders and bedding. Perfect for planting into a wildlife garden, Coreopsis attracts butterflies with its fern-like foliage and clusters of lemon yellow flowers throughout the summer. Excellent ground cover and…  More Info

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Filipendula hexapetala

…Filipendula hexapetala is a wonderfully airy and elegant plant that makes an unusual addition to an informal cottage-style border or a wildlife garden, where pollinators will flock to its nectar-rich flowers. Unlike other Filipendula species, which require constantly moist soils, it will tolerate…  More Info

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Athyrium niponicum var. pictum 'Lady In Red'

…has striking red stems and green foliage. It would be a useful addition to any fairly shaded garden where it will thrive, showing off its architectural form and gently uncurling fronds. This hardy fern is bound to create interest for all who see it. Height: 90cm (36). Spread: 60cm (24). Supplied…  More Info

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Santolina chamaecyparissus

…drought tolerant and is very forgiving of neglect and is suitable for all positions in the garden. Because of it's tolerance to drought Santolina is suitable for a Mediterranean theme garden, gravel gardens and patio containers. Height: 50cm (20). Spread: 100cm (39). Culinary information: Some parts…  More Info

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Fern Collection

…hellebores and heuchera. All of these ferns have won RHS Awards of Garden Merit for their outstanding garden performance. This Fern Collection contains one 30mm plug plant of each of the following varieties:* Blechnum spicant (hard fern or deer fern) ? a handsome fern forming a rosette of spreading,…  More Info

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Athyrium niponicum var. pictum 'Burgundy Lace'

…paler tones becoming more pronounced with maturity. This elegant fern is has a graceful arching habit, forming a compact clump that requires virtually no maintenance once established. Perfect for brightening up shaded areas of the garden such as woodlands and damp borders. Height and spread: 45cm…  More Info

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Athyrium niponicum var. pictum 'Ursula's Red'

Athyrium 'Ursula's Red', also known as the Japanese painted fern, has dark red stems and foliage that merges from black to green and white. Ferns make a great addition to the garden, with their architectural forms and gently uncurling fronds. They will thrive in a gently shaded position in the…  More Info

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Nephrolepis exaltata in round basket

Boston fern is one of the easiest houseplant ferns to grow, yet oozes elegance and tropical calm. Nephrolepis exaltata forms a lush clump of narrow fronds that gracefully arch over the sides of the stylish and contemporary basket pot, whose natural tones perfectly complement the bright green…  More Info

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Hosta 'Fire and Ice'

The RHS have recognised the superb garden performance of Hosta 'Fire and Ice' with an Award of Garden Merit (AGM), and you should too! This plantain lily's variegated leaves have a pure white centre edged with bottle green, providing a striking backdrop to the funnel-shaped, lilac flowers that…  More Info

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Rodgersia aesculifolia

…plant suitable for the edge of garden ponds, and damp waterlogged borders. It has Horse Chestnut like leaves, with 2 foot stems emerging from them with small star-shaped pink flowers in large conical panicles in summer. It looks great planted alongside Hostas and Ferns. Height: 2m (6.6') Spread: 1m…  More Info

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Primula denticulata

Holding an RHS Award of Garden Merit, Primula denticulata is an incredibly versatile little perennial. Tolerant of shade and poorly drained conditions, it is ideal for pondside or streamside planting and boggy areas. However, drumstick primrose is equally happy in containers or at the front of…  More Info

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Chamaecyparis lawsoniana 'Ivonne'

…container specimen or stand alone feature, its eye-catching foliage illuminating the garden all year round. Tolerant of strong winds and pollution, it also makes a superb, dense, screening hedge. RHS Award of Garden Merit. Height: 8m (26ft). Spread: 1.8m (6ft). Plant height and spread is seasonal…  More Info

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Chamaecyparis obtusa 'Elf'

An excellent choice for a rock garden or trough, Chaemaecyparis obtusa ‘Elf’ is a miniature cypress that forms cushiony mounds of fern-like, bright green foliage. Creates all year-round texture and colour. Very slow growing, with an annual growth rate of less than 1 inch (2.5cm). Height:…  More Info

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