Name
Athryium filix-femina frizelliae AGM
Common Name
Tatting fern (lady fern)
What you get
You will receive a fully rooted 9cm pot.
About
Athryium frizelliae is a very unusual and unique small fern only growing to 30cm in height and spread. The fronds look very delicate, with tiny pinnae that are like tiny shells along each side. They are said to resemble lace, (hence the name tatting). Best in semi- full shade and will tolerate moist or dry soils.
Planting and care
Ferns generally prefer shade and a moist position, especially in the hottest parts of the day. Most shady garden borders or woodland areas are perfect. If the area you are planting on is dry, or you are planting in summer make sure they are well watered until they are established. You should not need to feed your ferns in the garden, but a good mulch will help greatly.
Soil
Ferns will grow on most soils as long as your soil is not at the extreme ends of the pH scale (on chalk). Adding organic matter to your soil will help retain moisture in a sandy soil or open up the structure of a clay soil to stop water logging. Adding a good mulch will also help keep down weeds.
Uses
Great plants for the shady garden border, woodland planting creating a fernery or stumpery or as pot plants for a shady spot.
