Popular picks among customers Dryopteris affinis ‘Cristata’Scaly Male Fern ‘Cristata’

‘Cristata’ is a gorgeous new Dryopteris, that is much loved for its bundles of branching fronds. Each tiny leaflet unfurls a gleaming gold and later progresses to a rich, glossy green. Each to care for and highly textural, this is the perfect perennial for adding into a modern home interior. Great for positioning in dappled shade, incorporate into woodland and cottage themed landscapes, as well as using as attractive vibrant ground cover. It will thrive to a height of 120cm, along with a spread of 100cm. Hardy ferns make some of the best foliage plants for their understated elegance and beauty. Dryopteris affinis ‘Cristata’ is a handsome fern producing tall fronds with intricately branched tips. Plant Dryopteris in a sheltered spot. Choose a position in dappled shade on fertile, moist, acid or neutral, soil. Dryopteris ferns prefer a soil that is rich in organic matter so add some well rotted manure or garden compost to the soil prior to planting.