Surround yourself with the delicate elegance of Thompson and Morgan Shuttlecock Fern Plant Pot 9cm 2 Pack. Catch the eye with the unique shuttlecock-like fronds of Matteuccia struthiopteris, a hardy garden fern that brings graceful architecture and lush texture to shaded spots. Admired for its upright foliage and awarded for garden merit, this perennial thrives in damp borders, woodland gardens and around ponds, forming impressive rosettes that reach up to 1.5m tall. You'll find it easy to grow, especially in fertile, moist soil, and planting in groups creates a sea of vibrant greenery where other plants can't compete. Matteuccia struthiopteris, also known as the Shuttlecock Fern, is a stunning hardy garden fern, admired for its elegant upright fronds and impressive architectural form. Awarded the RHS Award of Garden Merit for its outstanding garden performance, this beautiful perennial is a superb choice for adding texture and greenery to shaded areas. In spring, fresh new fronds unfurl to create a spectacular display, forming a large, attractive rosette of foliage. The tall, upright fronds can reach up to 1.5m (59 inch) and feature gently arching tips, giving the plant its distinctive shuttlecock-like appearance. Perfect for damp, shady borders, woodland gardens and planting around the edges of ponds, Matteuccia fern thrives in areas where many other plants struggle. For the greatest visual impact, plant in groups or large colonies to create a lush, naturalistic display of foliage. Grow Shuttlecock Fern in a sheltered position with dappled shade and fertile, moist soil. It performs best in soil rich in organic matter, so improve planting areas with well-rotted manure or garden compost before planting. Keep plants well watered and feed regularly until fully established, applying a spring mulch around the crown to encourage healthy growth. Position: Full shade / Partial shade Height: Up to 1. 5m when fully established; Spread: Up to 1m when fully established;
