Japanese Tassel Ferns
Fresh colours all year round
Grown by Caroline
Enfield
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Japanese Tassel Ferns
- An elegant fern with lustrous dark green fronds that looks fresh and colourful all year round
- Known as the tassel fern because as the fiddleheads unfurl, they initially flip backwards and look like tassels!
- A shade loving plant which is ideal for brightening up a gloomy border or dark corner of the garden
- Easy to grow and virtually pest and disease free
- Popular with florists as it looks fabulous in a flower arrangement
- RHS Award of Garden Merit winner
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Will this grow in my garden?
Can I grow this in a pot?
Yes, Japanese Tassel Ferns can be grown in a pot with well-draining, moisture-retentive compost, kept in a sheltered spot.
How big does it get?
Japanese Tassel Ferns usually grow to a height and spread of 45-60 cm.
How much sunlight does this need?
Japanese Tassel Ferns prefer partial to full shade.
What kind of soil does this plant prefer?
Japanese Tassel Ferns prefer a well-drained, humus-rich soil, often thriving in leaf mould and partial shade.
How much watering does this plant need?
Japanese Tassel Ferns require frequent watering to keep their compost moist, but they must be well-draining to avoid waterlogging.
Will this plant need pruning?
The Japanese Tassel Ferns requires only the removal of dead or damaged fronds in early spring.
How hardy is this plant?
Japanese Tassel Ferns are hardy (H5), withstanding temperatures down to -15°C across most of the UK.
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