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Few foliage plants can rival hardy ferns for their understated elegance and beauty. This collection of evergreen species are perfect for creating a leafy woodland feel in a lightly shaded corner. Plant them among bluebells and other woodland favourites to add a splash of colour. Let them mingle and spread naturally to create year round ground cover. These hardy ferns are low maintenance and very easy to establish. Fern Hardy Collection comprises: Asplenium scolopendrium (Hart?s Tongue Fern) ? A tough evergreen species that will quickly spread to form natural looking colonies. Height and spread: 60cm (24"). Dryopteris erythrosora (Japanese Shield Fern) ? Semi-evergreen fern producing airy, coppery-pink fronds that mature to light green. Height: 60cm (24"). Spread: 40cm (16"). Polystichum proliferum (Mother Shield Fern) ? A striking evergreen species with long, elegant fronds. Height and spread: 90cm (36").