Osmunda regealis Pupurascens - 5ltr pot
£6.00
Osmunda regalis 'Purpurascens' (Purple Royal Fern) is a majestic, deciduous perennial fern celebrated for its vibrant purple-tinted spring foliage and striking architectural form. Due to the size of the pot and the weight we can only fit one plant per postage.
- Botanical Hierarchy: Belongs to the family Osmundaceae within the genus Osmunda, commonly referred to as flowering ferns.
- Colour Evolution: Fronds emerge a deep reddish-purple in spring before maturing to bright green in summer and turning rich yellow to brown in autumn.
- Dimensions: Forms a dense, upright clump typically reaching 150 cm in height and spread, though it can grow taller with consistent moisture.
Cultivation & Care
- Soil Preferences: Thrives in moist, boggy, or acidic soils that are rich in organic matter and never allowed to dry out.
- Light Needs: Prefers partial shade, though it tolerates full sun in cooler regions as long as soil moisture is maintained.
- Hardiness: Exceptionally hardy (H6 rating), withstanding severe UK and northern European winters down to -20°C.