Evergreen Fern: Dryopteris Jurassic Gold
Plant Details
Beautiful rose bronze coloured new foliage ages to a striking bright golden colour. Foliage may remain in mild winters. It is hardy.
Month Available: March
Evergreen / Deciduous: Evergreen
Flower Colour: None
Suitable For Wildlife: None
Soil Type: Well-drained
Sun/Shade: Partial shade
Season of Interest: Spring, Summer, Autumn, Winter
Flower/Foliage/Berries: Foliage
Plant Type: Shrub
Hardy: Fully
Main Attribute: Foliage Interest
Height / Spread: 60cm x 45cm (24in x 18in)
Growing Tips & Additional Information
Ferns do like to be mulched, although it is not essential, don’t apply anything which is too strong
Where to Plant: Patio pots, Borders
Pests and Diseases: Generally free.
Plant Care: Apply a generous mulch of well-rotted matter or compact around the crown in spring
Care and Time: Low - spring
Warning: None
Benefits: Ferns offer an answer to those dark, shady corners and woodland areas. The unfurling fronds offer interest at every stage and have unique foliage texture
History: These are the earliest type of plant in existence and pre-date dinosaurs. They were loved by Victorians who built Ferneries dedicated to them. This is a new variety introduced to the market in the last couple of years.
EU Rights: N/A