Introduce a touch of botanical curiosity to your garden with the Male Fern (Dryopteris filix-mas 'Linearis Polydactyla'). This highly elegant and unusual cultivar is a must-have for fern enthusiasts. It is distinguished by its incredibly narrow, linear leaflets that end in curious, forked "crests" or "many-fingered" tips (hence the name Polydactyla). This unique structure gives the fern an exceptionally airy, lacy, and see-through appearance, making it a perfect delicate contrast to broader-leaved shade plants like Hostas.

Key Features:

• Unique Crested Foliage: Features distinctive "fingered" or forked tips on the ends of every narrow leaflet for a truly architectural look.

• Filigree Texture: The linear, skeletal fronds create a soft, misty effect in shaded borders, adding a high-end feel to your planting scheme.

• Extremely Hardy: Despite its delicate appearance, this is a tough and vigorous fern that is easy to establish and maintain.

• Versatile Shade Performer: Thrives in everything from dappled light to deep shade, making it ideal for north-facing spots.

• Semi-Evergreen: Holds its intricate fronds well into the winter months, providing structure when most other perennials have vanished.

Care & Usage Instructions:
Dryopteris 'Linearis Polydactyla' thrives in partial to full shade. It prefers moist, cool, humus-rich soil; adding plenty of leaf mould or compost at the time of planting will help it settle in. While it prefers consistent moisture, it is surprisingly resilient once established. In early spring, before the new fronds (fiddleheads) begin to unfurl, trim away the old, tattered fronds from the previous year to keep the plant looking tidy and to showcase the fresh new growth. 

TRPG charges for delivery depending on the shipment locations and weight of items.

1st class P&P to UK is £5.95

2nd class P&P to UK is £4.50

P&P for heavy items such as plant support will be charged at £8