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Cyrtomium falcatum Spin Cycle

Cyrtomium falcatum Spin Cycle
Japanese Holly Fern, Holly Fern

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This fern with glossy leaves adds a beautiful touch of green to partially shaded flower beds. Its fronds, evergreen in mild climates, are generously covered and form an elegant clump. It thrives in rich, humus-bearing soils that are well-drained and slightly acidic.

Height at maturity

40 cm

Spread at maturity

40 cm

Exposure

Partial shade, Shade

Hardiness

Hardy down to -12°C

Soil moisture

Moist soil

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Best planting time March, October

Recommended planting time February to April, September to November

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Description

The Holly Fern, or Cyrtomium falcatum, is a highly decorative fern. Its fronds, glossy and dark green, bring brightness to shaded beds for a large part of the year. Indeed, they are evergreen in regions with mild winters and relatively constant temperatures. This fern thrives in sheltered areas with humus-bearing, rich, slightly acidic, and well-drained soil.

Native to Asia, this fern forms a clump of upright but flexible fronds. If it is happy, it can reach a spread of 70cm (28in) and a height of 60cm (24in). Its fronds are composed of alternate lanceolate pinnules. These pinnules have a unique feature: they are curved like small scythes. Hence the nickname "False Aspidium". They are also slightly dentate, giving the foliage a resemblance to that of Holly and Mahonia. Below -5°C (23°F), the fronds disappear and it is advisable to protect the stump, which can withstand slightly colder temperatures if sheltered from the wind. In case of temporary drought, watering is recommended in summer. However, avoid watering in winter.

These beautiful ferns appreciate the company of Primroses, Corydalis flexuosa, and Epimediums. They form a green clump throughout the seasons, providing a backdrop to woodland plants. Their glossy leaves can be used in floral arrangements.

Foliage

Foliage persistence Semi-evergreen

Foliage colour green

Foliage description Evergreen, dentate.

Plant habit

Height at maturity 40 cm

Spread at maturity 40 cm

Growth rate normal

Botanical data

Genus

Cyrtomium

Species

falcatum

Cultivar

Spin Cycle

Family

Dryopteridaceae

Other common names

Japanese Holly Fern, Holly Fern

Origin

Southeast Asia

Product reference • 20891

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Planting and care

Cyrtomium falcatum plants prefer a moist but well-drained soil, rich in humus, without limestone, and shaded, especially in winter where the alternation of nocturnal cold and sunlight is often fatal to them, like camellias that dislike "hot and cold" conditions. In colder regions, a litter layer of dead leaves is necessary to protect the stump, which may suffer if temperatures drop below -10°C (14°F). At the end of winter, if the fronds have dried, you can remove them.