Asplenium scolopendrium (Hart’s Tongue Fern)
Sleek, shiny, and just a little bit quirky, Asplenium scolopendrium struts into the shade garden with strappy, tongue-shaped fronds that look like nature’s own green ribbons. No fluff, no frill—just bold, evergreen attitude.
Reaching 30–60cm tall and wide, it forms a tidy rosette that thrives in part to full shade with moist, humus-rich, well-drained soil, but also suited for dry shade once established. Loves a limestone-rich spot, but it’s not picky, will grow in most spots. Low-maintenance and surprisingly sculptural, it’s the fern that says, “Why blend in when you can stand out?” Perfect for shady borders, rock gardens, or adding a bit of unexpected flair to your fern game.
