Polystichum setiferum aka Hedge Fern

If you're looking for a plant that offers a moderate level of challenge, Hedge Fern is a great choice to test your gardening skills.

Hedge Fern is very sensitive to dry soil. To ensure your Soft Shield Fern is thriving and blooming, choose a potting soil that retains moisture. A good soil should still allow for adequate drainage and contain lots of organic matter. Coco coir or sphagnum moss are great soil additives that will help to retain moisture and provide your Soft Shield Fern with the nutrients it needs for healthy growth. Make sure to mix these soil additives into the potting soil before planting and water the soil thoroughly. By providing your Hedge Fern with a well-draining, moisture-retaining soil, you can help to maximize its growth and keep it blooming.

During the cold period, it is common for Hedge Fern to go dormant, resulting in a slowdown of growth. To accommodate this, waterings should be spaced out more.

There is no verified data on the toxicity of this plant in the records of Ploi. If any person, including yourself, a family member, or a pet, consume plant material with an uncertain toxicity level, it is advisable to seek the advice of a healthcare expert.

Repotting the Hedge Fern should be done either when it has doubled in size or on a yearly basis, whichever occurs sooner. Fresh potting soil with all the required nutrients, refreshed annually, will provide the plant with all the necessary sustenance, making the use of fertilizer unnecessary. Keep in mind that plants receive their energy from the sun, not fertilizer.

Clumping is a defining characteristic of the Hedge Fern, with new growth appearing from the soil surrounding the primary plant.