Polystichum 'Plumosum'
"Dwarf soft shield fern"
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Description
Watch the fantastic fronds of Polystichum 'Plumosum' unroll from tight coils in spring every year to create a mini jungle of Jurassic-looking leaves! Commonly known as dwarf soft shield fern, Polystichum 'Plumosum' is a clump forming hardy perennial which grows larger and denser every year until fully established. Each frond is shield shaped and formed of densely-packed pinnules which each have a slight curly twist, providing terrific texture and lush greenery to fill the shaded areas of the garden.
Typical of ferns, Polystichum setiferum 'Plumosum' enjoys a rich, damp soil and a cool, shady position. They’re incredibly low maintenance and can simply be left to their own devices for most of the year—all they really require is to have the past year’s fronds cut right down to the crown once a year at some point between autumn and early spring. Plant this dwarf soft shield fern among other ferns or shade-loving plants like hostas to transform a dull space into a cool and leafy oasis!
In the past, some people believed they would become invisible if they ate fern seeds.
Key features
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Perfect for pots
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Comes back every year
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Loved by pollinators
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Great for shade
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In peat-free compost
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Low maintenance
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Fully hardy
Specs & details
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Botanical name
Polystichum setiferum 'Plumosum'
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Plant size
1
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Established height
30-50cm
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Established spread
30-50cm
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Plant spacing
5 plants per m2
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Leaf colour
Green
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Habit
Upright
Clump-forming -
Life cycle
Perennial
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Hardiness
Fully hardy
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Years to establish
2-3 years
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Sunlight
Full shade
Partial shade
Dappled shade -
Position
Sheltered
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Suitable for
Pots
Large containers
Borders
Cottage gardens
Low maintenance gardens
Pots -
Soil acidity
Any
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Soil moisture
Damp
Free draining -
Soil type
Loam
Clay
Loam-based compost
Sandy -
Growing skill
Easy to grow
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Scented
No
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Pollinator-friendly
Yes
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Mouse resistant
No
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Rabbit resistant
Yes
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Deer resistant
Yes
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Toxicity
No report
Plant calendar
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- Planting
- Flowering
Useful information
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Soak your Polystichum 'Plumosum' roots in water for 3-6 hours prior to planting.
Plant your "Dwarf soft shield fern" bare roots into temporary pots with a multipurpose compost in spring and grow-on in a sheltered spot outdoors.
Choose a pot which comfortably fits the bare roots. Some have a noticeable crown which should be just below the soil surface with any top growth exposed.
Plant out into borders or permanent containers in late spring or early summer once in full growth. Choose a position in sun or shade depending on the variety.
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Orders placed before 1 March 2025
You can expect your order in Feb/March 2025Orders placed 1 March - 15 April 2025
You can expect your order in April 2025Orders placed 16 April - 15 May 2025
You can expect your order within 10 business days
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