Winter Interest
Deer Fern
Blechnum spicant
Deer fern forms neat, evergreen rosettes of leathery fronds, with taller fertile fronds rising from the centre. Its hardy, compact nature suits difficult shaded spots.
Light
Full Shade
Partial Shade
Water
Moist
Height
Low
Foliage
Evergreen
Border
Front
Middle
Container
Filler
How to Use
Plant in woodland conditions or shaded rock gardens. Mass planting creates effective evergreen groundcover.