Blechnum spicant, the Deer Fern, is a truly elegant evergreen fern ideal for shady borders, woodland planting, damp corners, and naturalistic designs. Its distinctive upright central fronds and gently arching outer fronds bring structure, texture, and year‑round greenery to any garden.
This listing is for 3 x 5cm garden-ready plug plants, perfect if you’re looking to create a natural drift of ferns or fill a shaded pot display. Each plug is grown strong with excellent root development, ready for:
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Planting out immediately into beds, borders, or woodland features
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Potting on and growing until you’re ready to place them
These hardy ferns thrive in partial shade to full shade, with a preference for damp, humus-rich soil. Once established, they’re low-maintenance and dependable.
Why Choose Blechnum spicant?
- Evergreen fern with an architectural, tidy habit
- Ideal for shade, woodland, and moisture‑loving designs
- Fully hardy and long-lasting
- Pairs beautifully with hosta, heuchera, hellebores, ferns, and snowdrops
- Naturalistic, textural interest all year round
Plug Plant Quality
Your 5cm plug plants are:
- Strong, rooted and ready to grow
- Hardened-off and garden‑ready
- Securely packed in 100% recycled R‑PET to reduce damage and plastic waste
- Moisture-stabilised for safe transit
Delivery & Postage Info
All orders are dispatched via Royal Mail 48 Tracked using our eco‑friendly R‑PET recycled packaging.
Buy 2 or more packs:
Your order is automatically upgraded to Royal Mail 24 Tracked at no extra cost.
For larger or bespoke bulk orders, email us for a tailored quote with Royal Mail 24 Tracked shipping.
Planting & Care Tips
- Position: Partial shade – full shade
- Soil: Moist, humus-rich, well‑drained
- Water: Keep moist during establishment
- Maintenance: Trim away old fronds in spring for new fresh growth
- Hardiness: Fully hardy across the UK
Call to Action
Bring texture, structure and evergreen impact to your shady spots — order your Blechnum spicant 3‑pack today and enjoy a woodland favourite that thrives where others won’t.