{"product_id":"polystichum-polyblepharum-tassel-fern","title":"Polystichum polyblepharum (Tassel Fern)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePolystichum polyblepharum\u003c\/em\u003e, commonly called Tassel Fern, Japanese Tassel Fern, or Japanese Lace Fern, is a hardy evergreen fern that brings year-round structure to your garden.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt forms a neat shuttlecock shape of arching, glossy dark green fronds. In spring, the young fronds emerge upright with golden-brown hair-like scales. The tips curl and hang slightly, creating the distinctive “tassel” effect that gives this plant its name.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis fern works well in woodland planting, shaded borders, or beneath shrubs and trees. You can also plant it near ponds or damp garden edges where its foliage adds texture throughout the year.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003ePolystichum polyblepharum\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCommon names:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tassel Fern, Japanese Tassel Fern, Japanese Lace Fern\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Evergreen fern\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMature height:\u003c\/strong\u003e up to 60cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMature spread:\u003c\/strong\u003e up to 60cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePosition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun or partial shade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moist, humus-rich, well-drained soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFoliage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Glossy dark green, bipinnate fronds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBenefits for UK Wildlife\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDense fronds create shelter for frogs, toads, and other small garden wildlife.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShaded planting around the base provides cool hiding places for insects and beetles.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEvergreen foliage offers year-round cover in wildlife-friendly gardens.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlanting Tips\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlant in humus-rich soil with good drainage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChoose a sheltered spot in partial shade for the best foliage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater during dry periods while plants establish.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd leaf mould or compost when planting to improve soil structure.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemove tired fronds in early spring before new growth appears.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Grow \u003cem\u003ePolystichum polyblepharum\u003c\/em\u003e?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEvergreen structure for shaded areas of the garden.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDistinctive tassel-like spring growth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLow maintenance once established.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupports wildlife by providing natural shelter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLooking to add a reliable evergreen texture to a shaded border? \u003cem\u003ePolystichum polyblepharum\u003c\/em\u003e is a strong choice for woodland planting, wildlife gardens, and damp garden edges.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Allensmore","offers":[{"title":"1 Litre","offer_id":58473931407663,"sku":"owz1789523231137","price":11.12,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"3 Litre","offer_id":58473931440431,"sku":"eij1789523231138","price":17.43,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0986\/8797\/5727\/files\/polystichum-polyblepharum-tassel-fern_1.webp?v=1789523235","url":"https:\/\/modestly.shop\/products\/polystichum-polyblepharum-tassel-fern","provider":"My Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}