Product description
A compact and slow growing variety of evergreen fern, the Polystichum rigens or ‘Rigid Holly Fern’ is an interesting plant with a mound-forming habit and arching, triangular, bipinnate, mid-green frond with a rough, slightly leathery texture and stiff, pointed tips which sometimes fade in colour slightly under the sun. An easy to grow plant that is suitable for pot or patio growing or as part of small rockery displays. Also works well as a woodland groundcover at the base of trees.
Plant in moist, well-drained soils and keep in full or partial sunlight. Best growth in slightly acidic soils. May act more like an herbaceous perennial in regions with harsher Winters, causing dieback. The plant will regrow the following Spring.
Please Note: When purchasing plants please consider that each live item is unique and may, therefore, differ from the images shown, which are for illustration purposes only. This plant will be supplied in a grower’s pot.
Rigid Holly Fern
Polystichum rigens
Polystichum rigens
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Product description
A compact and slow growing variety of evergreen fern, the Polystichum rigens or ‘Rigid Holly Fern’ is an interesting plant with a mound-forming habit and arching, triangular, bipinnate, mid-green frond with a rough, slightly leathery texture and stiff, pointed tips which sometimes fade in colour slightly under the sun. An easy to grow plant that is suitable for pot or patio growing or as part of small rockery displays. Also works well as a woodland groundcover at the base of trees.
Plant in moist, well-drained soils and keep in full or partial sunlight. Best growth in slightly acidic soils. May act more like an herbaceous perennial in regions with harsher Winters, causing dieback. The plant will regrow the following Spring.
Please Note: When purchasing plants please consider that each live item is unique and may, therefore, differ from the images shown, which are for illustration purposes only. This plant will be supplied in a grower’s pot.
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Garden Plant Size Guide
Plants in larger pots can be multiple years older than their smaller counterparts with more mature root systems and foliage. This makes them able to thrive as a full size plant in your garden quicker than smaller alternatives.
The most common size of pot that garden plants come in are 9cm/1L/3L/5L this is in reference to the diameter at the top of the pot.
9cm potted plants still remain the most popular cost effective option though, they just may take a little patience to allow them to grow into full maturity once planted in your garden.
Plant specs, care guide & tips
Key features
Specifications
When to plant
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Planting and period of interest times are general guidelines and may vary based on your location and conditions. For best results, consult local gardening resources.
Instructions
Top Tip
Polystichum ferns thrive in cool, shaded areas. Avoid direct sunlight to prevent scorching, and apply a layer of compost annually to maintain soil fertility.
How to Water
Keep the soil consistently moist but not soggy, especially during the growing season. Water deeply once or twice a week, depending on the weather. Reduce watering in winter, allowing the soil to dry slightly between waterings.
How to Plant
Choose a shady or partially shady spot with moist, well-draining soil enriched with organic matter. Dig a hole slightly larger than the root ball, place the plant at the same depth it was growing, and backfill gently. Water thoroughly and mulch to retain soil moisture.
