Royal Fern. A deciduous fern forming dense clumps of red-flushed fronds in spring becoming bright green. Max Height 1.2m. Max Spread 1.2m. Partial shade. Hardy. Back-fill with soil mixed with peat substitute and a suitable fertiliser.
Osmunda regalis ‘Purpurascens’
A deciduous fern forming dense clumps of red-flushed fronds in spring becoming bright green.
Additional information
| Generic | Osmunda |
|---|---|
| Species | regalis |
| Varietry | 'Purpurascens' |
| Common Name | Royal Fern |
| Flower Colour | |
| Soil | Acidic |
| Aspect | Partial shade |
| Foliage | Deciduous |
| Height | 1.2m |
| Family | Osmundaceae |
| Spread | 1.2m |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Upright, Spreading |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | green, purple |
| Flowers From | |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Wet |
| Protection | |
| Hardiness | Hardy |
| Planting | Back-fill with soil mixed with peat substitute and a suitable fertiliser |
| Care | Keep moist in first year |
| Border | Bog garden, Border |
| Toxicity | |
| Pruning | |
| Pruning Time | |
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