Plant Type:
Fern
This Australian fern has foliage unlike many other ferns that we can grow in our UK gardens. The linear green foliage remains evergreen in mild winters.
Cold Hardiness:
Half hardy
Pteris umbrosa thrives in most parts of the UK. It will remain in leaf in mild winters. In UK gardens that experience severe cold Pteris umbrosa will loose it’s leaves and quickly recover in spring.
Eventual Height:
60cm
Once established Pteris umbrosa will grow into an impressive sized fern, towering over more commonly available varieties.
Light requirements:
Full – Partial Shade
Water Requirements:
Moderate
Caring for this plant:
Spring & Summer: Cut back any foliage that has been damaged by cold weather. Water in periods of drought.
Autumn & Winter: If you want Pteris umbrosa to stay in leaf then it is best to protect the plant from cold weather.
