Common Polypody. An attractive evergreen fern with deep cut leathery fronds. Max Height 30cm. Partial shade. Hardy. Back-fill with soil mixed with peat substitute and a suitable fertiliser.
Polypodium vulgare
An attractive evergreen fern with deep cut leathery fronds.
Additional information
| Generic | Polypodium |
|---|---|
| Species | vulgare |
| Varietry | |
| Common Name | Common Polypody |
| Flower Colour | |
| Soil | Gritty |
| Aspect | Partial shade |
| Foliage | Evergreen |
| Height | 30cm |
| Family | Polypodiaceae |
| Spread | |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Spreading |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | green |
| Flowers From | |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Well drained |
| Protection | Shelter from cold drying winds |
| Hardiness | Hardy |
| Planting | Back-fill with soil mixed with peat substitute and a suitable fertiliser |
| Care | Keep moist in first year |
| Border | Border |
| Toxicity | |
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