{"product_id":"dryopteris-filix-mas-linearis-polydactyla","title":"Dryopteris filix-mas ‘Linearis Polydactyla’","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"qMYqUG_convSearchResultHighlightRoot\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\" data-turn-id-container=\"request-WEB:43a37770-d7a8-4278-96f3-081b14a5e4e4-21\" data-is-intersecting=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"relative w-full overflow-visible\"\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full focus:outline-none [--shadow-height:45px] has-data-writing-block:pointer-events-none has-data-writing-block:-mt-(--shadow-height) has-data-writing-block:pt-(--shadow-height) [\u0026amp;:has([data-writing-block])\u0026gt;*]:pointer-events-auto R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(--scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(--thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]\" dir=\"auto\" data-turn-id=\"request-WEB:43a37770-d7a8-4278-96f3-081b14a5e4e4-21\" data-turn-id-container=\"request-WEB:43a37770-d7a8-4278-96f3-081b14a5e4e4-21\" data-testid=\"conversation-turn-44\" data-scroll-anchor=\"false\" data-turn=\"assistant\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto pb-10 [--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-xs,calc(var(--spacing)*4))] @w-sm\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-sm,calc(var(--spacing)*6))] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-lg,calc(var(--spacing)*16))] px-(--thread-content-margin)\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col gap-4 grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" data-message-id=\"3e60b468-0477-4ffd-a988-d59170a893df\" dir=\"auto\" data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-5-3-mini\" class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal outline-none keyboard-focused:focus-ring [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-1\" data-turn-start-message=\"true\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert wrap-break-word w-full light markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDryopteris filix-mas ‘Linearis Polydactyla’ – Slender Crested Male Fern | Hardy Architectural Fern\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDiscover Dryopteris filix-mas ‘Linearis Polydactyla’ at TOMs FLOWer CLUB – an unusual and highly decorative hardy fern admired for its long, arching fronds and exceptionally narrow, widely spaced leaf segments. The finely divided foliage has an airy, almost skeletal appearance, while the tips branch into distinctive finger-like forms that give this cultivar its name.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUnlike many ferns with dense, feather-like foliage, this variety creates an open, elegant silhouette. It is an excellent choice for woodland gardens, shaded borders, naturalistic planting schemes and larger containers. Its architectural form contrasts beautifully with broad-leaved plants such as hostas and hellebores.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is a deciduous garden fern that returns with fresh growth in spring. It is exceptionally frost-hardy and well suited to outdoor cultivation in Switzerland.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhy This Plant Stands Out\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUnusually narrow, widely spaced leaf segments\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDistinctive multi-forked, finger-like tips\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLong, arching fronds with an airy, architectural appearance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA striking alternative to conventional dense garden ferns\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExcellent for woodland gardens and shaded planting schemes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCombines beautifully with hostas, hellebores and other shade-loving plants\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVery frost-hardy and suitable for Swiss gardens\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA distinctive cultivar for fern collectors and naturalistic garden design\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlant Characteristics\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBotanical name: Dryopteris filix-mas ‘Linearis Polydactyla’\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCommon name: Slender Crested Male Fern, Many-fingered Male Fern\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlant type: Hardy, deciduous perennial fern\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrowth: Upright to arching, clump-forming habit\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHeight: Approximately 1–1.5 m at maturity\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpread: Approximately 0.5–1 m\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFoliage: Mid-green, finely divided fronds with narrow leaf segments and multi-forked tips\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFlowers: None; ferns reproduce by spores\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpecial features: Architectural foliage, unusual frond structure and excellent frost hardiness\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUse: Woodland gardens, shaded borders, underplanting, naturalistic gardens and containers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCollector Note\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDryopteris filix-mas ‘Linearis Polydactyla’ is valued for its distinctive frond structure rather than colourful foliage. The narrow, widely spaced leaf segments create an open, delicate appearance, while the forked tips add an intricate botanical detail.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDespite its refined appearance, this is a robust garden fern. Its mature size and frost tolerance make it suitable for permanent planting, where it can provide height and texture among other shade-loving perennials.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCare\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLight: Partial shade to full shade; it can tolerate sunnier positions if sufficient moisture is available\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWatering: Keep the soil reasonably moist, particularly during establishment and dry periods\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHumidity: Adapts well to normal outdoor garden conditions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTemperature: Fully frost-hardy; suitable for cold Swiss winters\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSubstrate: Humus-rich, moisture-retentive but well-drained garden soil\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaintenance: Remove old or damaged fronds in late autumn or spring\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlanting: Choose a sheltered position where strong winds are less likely to damage the fronds\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eContainer growing: Suitable for larger pots; protect the root ball from prolonged drying and extreme temperature fluctuations\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCultivated with Care at TOMs FLOWer CLUB\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAt TOMs FLOWer CLUB, we focus on healthy plants and natural growth rather than forced production. 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