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Shady areas of the garden needn't be dull as there are lots of attractive plants that will thrive in low light conditions.

Latin name

Osmunda regalis

Common name

Royal fern

Type of plant

Fern

Hardiness

Hardy

Flower colour

N/A

Leaf colour

Bright green

Height and spread

2m x 1m (6.6ft x 3.3ft)

Description

This handsome deciduous fern has bright green fronds. In summer, rust-brown fertile fronds appear, which look a bit like flowers. Needs moist soil.

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Osmunda regalis, Royal fern

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