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Arachniodes aristata

A reasonably slow-growing, evergreen fern bearing thick, glossy, broadly-triangular, dark green fronds, paler beneath with light green spores, each frond divided into lobed, toothed leaflets or pinnae

Synonyms
Aspidium exile
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Size
Ultimate height
0.5–1 metres
Time to ultimate height
5–10 years
Ultimate spread
0.5–1 metres
Growing conditions
Clay
Loam
Moisture
Moist but well–drained
pH
Neutral, Acid
Colour & scent
StemFlowerFoliageFruit
Spring Green
Summer Green
Autumn Green
Winter Green
Position
  • Full shade
  • Partial shade
Aspect

West–facing or East–facing

Exposure
Sheltered
Hardiness
H3
Botanical details
Family
Dryopteridaceae
Native to GB / Ireland
No
Foliage
Evergreen
Habit
Clump forming
Genus

A genus of around 60 species of slow-growing, shade-loving wood ferns with thick, yellow-streaked glossy dark green fronds

Name status

Correct

How to grow

Cultivation

Grow in moist but well-drained, neutral to acid soil in full or partial shade. Will be deciduous in very cold winters. Protect with a thick, dry mulch in autumn. See how to grow tender ferns outdoors for further advice

Propagation

Propagate by division

Suggested planting locations and garden types
  • Sub-tropical
  • Cottage and informal garden
  • Low Maintenance
  • Underplanting of roses and shrubs
  • Wall side borders
  • Flower borders and beds
Pruning

No pruning required, but remove any faded or damaged fronds in spring

Pests

Generally pest-free

Diseases

Generally disease-free

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