What will I receive when I order?

You'll receive the item listed on this page, carefully packed to protect it in transit. If it's a live plant, it's supplied as a young, healthy plant ready to pot on or plant out after hardening off.

Are your plants suitable for beginners?

Yes. We choose strong stock and provide clear growing guidance so beginners can get great results. If you're unsure where to start, choose an easy-care variety and follow the basic potting and watering steps.

How quickly do you dispatch orders?

Orders are packed and dispatched as quickly as possible, with live plants prioritised for freshness. Dispatch speed can vary with weather conditions to protect plant quality.

How are live plants packaged for delivery?

Live plants are packed to reduce movement and prevent damage, with protection around the root area and foliage where needed. This helps them arrive in the best condition possible.

What should I do when my plants arrive?

Unpack straight away, check moisture, and place plants somewhere bright and sheltered. If they're young plants, pot them on if needed and harden them off before planting outside.

Can I order more than one item and combine postage?

Yes. Ordering multiple items together is a great way to build a planting scheme and usually works out more efficient than separate orders.

Do you deliver across the UK?

Yes. We ship within the UK. If your area has specific delivery restrictions for live plants, we'll follow the correct requirements.

What happens if something arrives damaged?

Contact us as soon as possible with photos of the packaging and item. We'll put it right quickly and fairly.

What are plug plants?

Plug plants are young plants grown in individual cells, designed to be potted on to grow stronger before planting out. They're a cost-effective way to fill borders, baskets, and beds.

Are plug plants “garden ready” when they arrive?

They're young plants, so they may need potting on and a short period of growing-on. Once roots strengthen and the plant is actively growing, it's ready to plant out after hardening off.

Pteris ‘Quadriaurita’ (Silver Brake Fern) – 3 Pack 5cm Plug Plants – FREE P&P

Pteris ‘Quadriaurita’ Painted Brake Fern – 5 Pack 5cm Plug Plants – FREE P&P

Pteris ‘Quadriaurita’, also known as the Painted Brake Fern, is one of our all‑time favourite ferns thanks to its striking coppery‑bronze new fronds that rise above mature mid‑green foliage in spring. The fresh colour softens as the plant matures, but when grown indoors over winter, it keeps its decorative tones beautifully, making it a fantastic indoor fern for long‑term enjoyment.

Compact, elegant and easy to care for, this fern thrives in shade to partial shade, making it ideal for shady borders, rockeries, woodland beds, or as a mid‑sized houseplant with real ornamental value.

Your order includes five healthy 5cm garden‑ready plug plants, ready to plant or pot on.

Plant Size	- Approx 5 cm plug plant
Position:	- Prefers partial shade
Soil:	- Free-draining soil or compost
Height x Spread:	- 25 cm x 25 cm
Flowering:	- Upright Leaf
Hardiness:	- Tender

🌱 Why You’ll Love the Painted Brake Fern

Stunning copper‑bronze emerging fronds
Colour softens to rich mid‑green through summer
Superb indoor or outdoor fern
Excellent for shady gardens, rockeries and underplanting
Low‑maintenance and elegant
A perfect feature fern for creating texture, contrast and softness

🌿 Plant Details

Pack Size: 5 plug plants
Plug Size: Approx. 5cm
Foliage: Copper‑bronze new growth; mid‑green mature fronds
Position: Shade to partial shade
Soil: Moist, well‑drained, humus‑rich
Uses: Indoor fern, shady beds, woodland planting, rockeries
Hardiness: Hardy to semi‑hardy; protect from severe frost

❄️ Care & Growing Tips

Keep soil evenly moist but not waterlogged
Avoid direct afternoon sun
Indoors: Provide bright, indirect light and light humidity
Trim back older fronds to encourage fresh growth
Mulch lightly outdoors to retain moisture

📦 Delivery & Packaging

All plants ship via Royal Mail 48 Tracked, secured in 100% recycled R‑PET packaging designed to protect and hydrate plug plants in transit.

Ordering two or more multi‑packs?
Your order is automatically upgraded to Royal Mail 24 Tracked for faster delivery at no extra cost.

For larger or bespoke orders, you can request tailored pricing with shipping via Royal Mail 24 Tracked or Parcelforce24.

Qty:

Tax included. Shipping calculated at checkout.

Why Us

UK GROWN PLANTS

Provided by a Small Family Nursery Business.

DELIVERED WITH CARE

Plants are well Packaged and travel well. Packaging contains Acid Free Paper and Hay with the Plants wrapped in Food Bags to maintain Moisture Levels.

WE CAN HELP YOU GROW

We are always happy to answer any questions you might have regarding a purchase that you have made or any Plants that you are interested in, so please feel free to Contact Us at anytime.
Happy Gardening
Dartana Plants