Polypodium vulgare
common polypody
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- Position: full sun or partial or full shade
- Soil: moderately fertile, moist but well-drained soil
- Rate of growth: average
- Hardiness: fully hardy
A tough, low-maintenance and evergreen fern that thrives in both dry and damp shade, making it a versatile choice for woodland gardens, under trees, or even as ground cover in tricky spots.
Its deeply cut, leathery fronds are dark green with a slight sheen, adding texture and interest throughout the year.
Spreading slowly via creeping rhizomes, Polypodium vulgare is well-suited to naturalising in shaded borders, rockeries, or even on walls and tree trunks in wetter climates.
Its deeply cut, leathery fronds are dark green with a slight sheen, adding texture and interest throughout the year.
Spreading slowly via creeping rhizomes, Polypodium vulgare is well-suited to naturalising in shaded borders, rockeries, or even on walls and tree trunks in wetter climates.
For best results, plant in partial to full shade in well-drained soil, though it will tolerate a range of conditions,
Water regularly to keep the soil moist until the plant is fully established, then reduce watering as it becomes more drought-tolerant once established.
Protect this common polypody fern from cold, drying winds by positioning it in a sheltered spot, such as under trees or along shaded walls. In early spring, remove any dead or damaged fronds to encourage fresh new growth.
Water regularly to keep the soil moist until the plant is fully established, then reduce watering as it becomes more drought-tolerant once established.
Protect this common polypody fern from cold, drying winds by positioning it in a sheltered spot, such as under trees or along shaded walls. In early spring, remove any dead or damaged fronds to encourage fresh new growth.
- Humans/Pets: Harmful if eaten
