Polystichum rigens

Polystichum rigensA compact and slow growing variety of evergreen fern, the Polystichum rigens or Rigid Holly Fern is an interesting plant with a mound forming habit and arching, triangular, bipinnate, mid green frond with a rough, slightly leathery texture and stiff, pointed tips which sometimes fade in colour slightly under the sun. An easy to grow plant that is suitable for pot or patio growing or as part of small rockery displays. Also works well as a woodland

these plants are guaranteed to make an impact

they should be regularly watered

The spring through autumn colours are much more subdued

Leaves are oval tipped with bronze-white that turn pink later in autumn

It can be utilized to cover walls

appearing like large snowflakes

It can tolerate salt-laden coastal wind and thrives in mild coastal areas

growing upwards in spires to bring great presence to the garden

50 - 2 m Full grown width 1 - 1

The Hebe ‘Sunset Boulvevard’ is an evergreen shrub with a bush habit

A variety of Lupinus with very intense and colourful flower spires

Known commonly as soft shield fern