Dryopteris affinis 'PINDERI' scaly male fern
size/type
mid-sized perennial,mid-sized perennial
usual height
0,5-0,8m
usual width
0,5-1m
leaves
semi-deciduous broadleaf
colour of leaves
location
semi-shade to shade
USDA zone (lowest)
5 (down to -29°C)
winter protection
for zone 5+6
for zone 7
categorized
Description of the plant:
Scaly male fern is the main species from which the most beautiful varieties arose. Sometimes also called golden which refers to the midrib which is yellowish-brown but cannot influence the overall appearance of bright green colour. Pinderi is a substantial variety whose fronds can grow as much as 80 cm long. They are sharply pointed, lance-shaped, and quite narrow. It produces dense tufts and young plants are closely connected to the mother plant therefore spreading is eliminated. The leaves are very hardy and withstand frosts for a certain period. Still we recommend cutting them all off in spring to encourage new growths.
Scaly male fern needs partial shade or shade, any type of moist but well-drained soil. Fully hardy to -30°C (USDA zone 5).
Last update: 08-03-2018
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