Polystichum setiferum (Divisilobum Group) Herrenhausen (Soft Field Fern)
Often used in bouquets, Polystichum setiferum ‘Herrenhausen’ (Soft Field Fern) is an elegant semi-evergreen fern forming a lacy rosette of intricately-divided fronds splaying out from the central crown.
Often used in bouquets, Polystichum setiferum 'Herrenhausen' (Soft Field Fern) is an elegant semi-evergreen fern forming a lacy rosette of intricately-divided fronds splaying out from the central crown. The stipes have a dense covering of russet scales that stands out against the feathery fronds. It forms bulbils along its stalks enabling it to be propagated true to type. More tolerant of a dry position than other ferns, Herrenhausen is particularly attractive in the shady rock garden, along the edge of a border or in containers. Evergreen in mild winter areas.
- Clump-forming, it easily grows up to 1-2 ft. tall (30-60 cm) and 3 ft. wide (90 cm).
- A part shade to full shade lover, it is best grown in fertile, humus-rich, moist, well-drained soils. Excellent drainage is required. Protect crowns from excessive winter wet
- This plant is a great choice for shady beds and borders, underplanting of roses and shrubs, cottage gardens or woodland gardens. Combines well with hellebores, hostas, wild ginger (Asarum), bugloss (Brunnera macrophylla), and epimediums.
- Virtually pest and disease free.
- Dead or damaged fronds may be removed as necessary.
- Propagate by sowing spores as soon as ripe, division of rhizomes in spring or by bulbils in fall
Requirements
Hardiness | 6 – 8 |
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Heat Zones | 5 – 9 |
Climate Zones | 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24 |
Plant Type | Ferns |
Plant Family | Polystichum – Ferns |
Exposure | Partial Sun, Shade |
Season of Interest | Spring (Mid,Late)Summer (Early,Mid,Late)Fall |
Height | 1' – 2' (30cm – 60cm) |
Spread | 2' – 3' (60cm – 90cm) |
Spacing | 24″ – 36″ (60cm – 90cm) |
Water Needs | Average |
Maintenance | Low |
Soil Type | Clay, Loam, Sand |
Soil pH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained |
Characteristics | Showy, Semi-Evergreen |
Garden Uses | Beds and Borders, Ground Covers |
Garden Styles | City and Courtyard, Informal and Cottage |