Dryopteris affinis 'Montana' — Male Fern, Hardy Semi-Evergreen, 1L Pot (Set of 3 or 6)

Dryopteris affinis 'Montana' — A hardy herbaceous perennial. Supplied as a set of 3 or 6 well-rooted plants in 1L pots, grown peat-free at our Yorkshire nursery and ready to plant out.

At a glance

• Type: Hardy semi-evergreen perennial fern
• Mature size: 60–90 cm × 60–90 cm
• Position: Partial Shade to Full Shade
• Supplied as: Set of 3 or 6 plants in 1L pots

The detail

Male Fern – Dryopteris Affinis / Montana

A classic and dependable British native fern, the Male Fern (Dryopteris affinis) is one of the most versatile and easy-to-grow ferns available. Prized for its elegant, shuttlecock-shaped rosette of arching, lance-shaped fronds, this hardy perennial brings lush, verdant texture to even the most challenging shaded areas of the garden. The unfurling croziers in spring are particularly attractive, adorned with distinctive golden-brown scales along the stems that catch the light beautifully.

Why ours

Grown by us in Yorkshire, in peat-free compost, shipped in plastic-free packaging. Every plant arrives strong, well-rooted and ready to thrive — not weeks of waiting before it gets going. Each order includes access to our free care app with planting and seasonal care reminders.

How to grow

Frequently asked

Will it come back next year?

Yes — Dryopteris is a hardy herbaceous perennial. It will die back over winter and re-emerge in spring, returning bigger and stronger each year.

What size pot does it arrive in?

Sets are supplied as 3 or 6 individual plants in 1L pot, well-rooted and ready to plant out or pot on.