{"product_id":"col-1l-ssf-pol-sdchx6","title":"Fern Soft Shield Fern Polystichum Setiferum Plants, Hardy Evergreen Shade Perennials, 1 Litre Root-Ball","description":"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eTransform shady corners of your garden with this collection of six Soft Shield Fern (Polystichum setiferum) plants. Renowned for their graceful, finely divided fronds that arch elegantly from a central crown, these ferns bring lush, year-round greenery to areas where many other plants struggle. Each plant is supplied as a well-established 1 litre root-ball, ready to plant out and settle in quickly.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003ePolystichum setiferum is one of the most reliable and attractive native British ferns, widely celebrated for its soft-textured, shuttlecock-like habit. The mid-green fronds are beautifully detailed with delicate pinnae, creating a layered, feathery appearance that adds texture and depth to borders, woodland plantings and containers. As a fully hardy evergreen, it retains its foliage throughout winter, providing structure and interest even in the coldest months.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eThese ferns are exceptionally low-maintenance once established. They thrive in moist, humus-rich soil and are perfectly suited to shaded and partially shaded positions beneath trees, along north-facing walls or tucked into sheltered borders. They combine beautifully with hostas, heucheras, hellebores and other shade-loving perennials.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat's Included:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e6 x Polystichum setiferum (Soft Shield Fern) plants\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003eEach supplied as an established 1 litre root-ball\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003eGrowers mix of selected Polystichum setiferum varieties for a natural, varied display\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCultural Information:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Polystichum setiferum\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Names:\u003c\/strong\u003e Soft Shield Fern, Hedge Fern\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClassification:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hardy Evergreen Perennial Fern\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFully Grown Height and Spread:\u003c\/strong\u003e 60–120 cm × 60–90 cm (variety dependent)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Clump-Forming with Graceful, Arching Fronds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePerfect For:\u003c\/strong\u003e Shady Borders, Woodland Gardens, Underplanting, North-Facing Walls, Containers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting Position:\u003c\/strong\u003e Partial Shade to Full Shade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moist but Well-Drained, Humus-Rich\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHardiness:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fully Hardy (RHS H5–H7)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFoliage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Soft, Finely Divided, Mid-Green Evergreen Fronds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRHS Award:\u003c\/strong\u003e Holds the RHS Award of Garden Merit (AGM)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWildlife Value:\u003c\/strong\u003e Provides Shelter for Insects and Small Wildlife\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting and Care Tips:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlant in a sheltered, shaded or partially shaded position\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003ePrepare the planting area with plenty of organic matter such as leaf mould or garden compost\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003eWater regularly during the first growing season to help establish a strong root system\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003eApply a mulch around the base in spring to help retain moisture and suppress weeds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003eRemove any old or damaged fronds in late spring as new growth emerges from the crown\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003eNo regular feeding is required, though a light application of general-purpose fertiliser in spring can be beneficial\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNotes:\u003c\/strong\u003e This collection is supplied as a growers mix of selected Polystichum setiferum varieties, offering a natural variation in frond form and texture for a more interesting and authentic woodland planting scheme.\u003c\/p\u003e`","brand":"Accelopack","offers":[{"title":"6 Plants","offer_id":55533335871873,"sku":"COL-1L-SSF-POL-SDCHX6","price":34.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0371\/0854\/7722\/files\/file_a46d4599-90ac-4930-a4b8-b5984cff67ae.png?v=1776271382","url":"https:\/\/www.hopeplants.com\/products\/col-1l-ssf-pol-sdchx6","provider":"Hope Plants Ltd","version":"1.0","type":"link"}