Polystichum setiferum 'Herrenhausen'
Polystichum setiferum 'Herrenhausen'
Polystichum setiferum 'Herrenhausen'
Polystichum setiferum 'Herrenhausen'
Polystichum setiferum 'Herrenhausen'
Polystichum setiferum 'Herrenhausen'
Polystichum setiferum 'Herrenhausen'
Polystichum setiferum 'Herrenhausen'
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Polystichum setiferum ‘Herrenhausen’

Soft Shield Fern

(4 customer reviews)

£9.95

A handsome outdoor evergreen fern ideal for any informal garden in partial to full shade. Another fairly recent selection from Germany, Polystichum setiferum ‘Herrenhausen’ is a member of the Divisilobum Group and very similar to Polystichum setiferum ‘Dahlum’, compared to which it is darker with finer divisions.

Item code:
PSH-3
Pot size:
2-3Ltr pot
£9.95
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Origin: UK, cultivar of horticultural origin
Genus: Polystichum
Species / Cultivar: setiferum var. 'Herrenhausen'
Common Name: Soft Shield Fern

Plant Biography

One of the most impressive varieties, this fern has filigree-fine fronds that form a lacy rosette. It is ideal at the front of a shady bed or border or in a woodland setting among contrasting ferns and foliage plants.

The Pplystchum setiferum is native to the UK islands, however the variety’s name ‘Herrenhausen’ comes from the ‘Herrenhausen Gardens’ in Hanover, Germany.

Polystichum setiferum 'Herrenhausen'
Soil: Moisture Retaining
Soil that drains at a slower rate due to higher organic matter content.
Growth Rate: Medium
Expect to see moderate growth during growing season.
Water Requirement: Medium
Once it is established, this plant is likely to only require watering during drier periods.
Maintenance: Low
Minimal skill or input needed beyond the basics, a very independent plant.
Situation: Part Shade to Full Shade
Can enjoy several hours of direct sunlight, but also happy in full shade.
Eventual Height: 0.5 - 1.0m
The plant's ultimate height in typical growing conditions.
Eventual Spread: 0.5 - 1.0m
The plant's ultimate spread in typical growing conditions.
Hardiness: Hardy
Survives unprotected in an average winter. May need protection in extreme long frosts.
Habit: Semi Evergreen
May only remain evergreen in milder winters, or only loose leaves for a short period.
Lifecycle: Perennial
This plant is persistant and does not die off after flowering. It will return each season indefinitely, if provided with suitable growing conditions.
Care & Size Guidance

Care & Size Guidance

A very easy to grow fern. Plant in moist, free draining soil in partial to full shade.

Either cut back the old foliage in early January to allow space for spring bulbs, or leave them in place until April when the new fronds will appear. Any dead or damaged fronds may be carefully removed in order to keep the fern looking its best all year round.

Apply fern fertiliser or a sea weed based fertiliser throughout the growing season to keep the plant at its best.

4 customer reviews for Polystichum setiferum ‘Herrenhausen’

Excellent plants and very reasonably priced. Delivery was quick and the packaging was amazing!

Bob Eke (verified owner) –

A very healthy plant and well packed for delivery.

Michael King –

Good healthy plant, not huge, but in good condition. Few brown bits.

Milopita –

Ive have orded many plants from different places , always disappointed. Can I say a big thank you to The Palm Centre for my beautiful health plants . I was thrilled, arrived in one piece and when I opened the box I was very impressed with the quality 10/10

Linda H. –

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