Polystichum braunii P11 (1.3 litre)

Polystichum braunii – Braun's Holly Fern

Polystichum braunii, commonly known as Braun's Holly Fern or Braun's Shield Fern, is an attractive, hardy evergreen to semi-evergreen fern prized for its lush, finely textured foliage and graceful woodland character. Native to temperate regions of the Northern Hemisphere, it produces broad, arching, deep green fronds with finely divided, bristle-tipped leaflets. New fronds emerge in spring densely covered with distinctive golden-orange to rusty-brown scales, creating a particularly attractive display.

Forming a handsome, shuttlecock-shaped clump approximately 60–90 cm high and wide, this ornamental fern thrives in partial to full shade, preferring cool, moist, humus-rich, well-drained soil.

Ideal for woodland gardens, shaded borders, sheltered courtyards and underplanting shrubs, its elegant foliage combines beautifully with hostas, hellebores and other shade-loving perennials.