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Matteuccia struthiopteris is a\u00a0wonderful deciduous plant is at its most beautiful in spring when the large, pale green, lacy fronds start to unfurl and filter the sunlight. It is one of the best foliage plants for areas of moist, dappled shade and works particularly well planted in groups next to water or in a woodland garden in between deciduous trees. One of the best ferns around.<\/p>\n
Position: Full sun\/partial shade\/full shade<\/p>\n
Soil: Humus rich, moist, neutral to acid soil<\/p>\n
Rate of growth: Slow<\/p>\n
Flowering period: Spring to autumn<\/p>\n
Hardiness: Hardy<\/p>\n
Pot size: 2 litre<\/p>\n
Eventual height & spread: 100 cm x 60 cm<\/p>\n
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