Welcome to our plant database launched in March 2017.

The purpose of this database is to share information about plants you may wish to grow and inspire you to make creative choices about your garden. It is a constantly evolving resource so you will find more information and images each time you visit.

Please note this does not reflect our current stock. We have an extensive, constantly changing selection of varieties at all times so please contact us before visiting if you have a specific plant in mind.

Dryopteris affinis

Genus: Dryopteris
Species: affinis
Variety: -
Plant Type: Semi-Evergreen Fern

The 'Golden Scale Fern'. A British native fern that has golden scales on it's stem, giving it a lighter appearance than other ferns. It grows into an elegantly arching shuttlecock shape. It's incredibly tough and adaptable, even tolerating quite dry shade or a sunnier spot. Whilst it is a deciduous fern, it will retain its foliage during a mild winter.