Polypodium vulgare

 Polypodium vulgare
 Common Polypody

This evergreen fern is a native of Britain, and as such is one of the most versatile for our climate, being content in most soils, damp or dry. It has long, leathery, dark green fronds with a slight sheen, and an attractive, lacy appearance. It also looks wonderful left to colonise as ground cover in a woodland setting or under deciduous trees. If it is happy, it will spread almost indefinitely, but never becomes too invasive.

• Position: full sun or dappled shade
• Height 1m x 30cm
• Soil: Moderately fertile, humus-rich, gritty or stony, well-drained soil
• Rate of growth: average
• Hardiness: fully hardy 
• Shelter from cold, drying winds. Remove dead foliage in spring.