How to grow Common Male Fern

Dryopteris filix-mas

Propergate by division or rooting plantlets at the tips of runners or from spores

Transplanting Common Male Fern

Tolerates dry shade, grows in woodland or open habitats

As Common Male Fern is hardy, ensure temperatures are mild enough to plant out - wait until after your last frost date to be on the safe side.

How long does Common Male Fern take to grow?

These estimates for how long Common Male Fern takes to sprout, grow and harvest are from real observations from real gardeners, right around the world.

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Common Male Fern Folklore & Trivia

The vermifuge properties of ferns were known to the ancients, their use being mentioned in the works of Galen and Pliny. After lapsing into disuse male fern was reintroduced as a taenicde in the 19th centuary but safer drugs are now available.

How to grow Common Male Fern

Dryopteris filix-mas

Transplanting Common Male Fern

How long does Common Male Fern take to grow?

Common Male Fern Folklore & Trivia

Other names for Common Male Fern

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