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Hard Fern
Blechnum spicant
Price comparison:
£12.50
From 5 UK retailers
Hard Fern is a fern that thrives in partial shade and moist soil. It grows to around 60cm. Shelter for insects.
Sun
⛅ Partial Shade
Water
💧💧💧 High (Moist)
Hardiness
🌡️ H5 (Hardy -10°C)
Size
📏 60cm tall × 60cm wide
Wildlife
🐝 Shelter for insects
Compare Prices
Prices from 5 retailers
Prices last checked: 25 Oct 2026
Prices exclude delivery. Check retailer for final price.
Retailers shown in order of price — lowest first within each pot size. Packs are compared only with packs of the same size. Listings without a stated pot size are not ranked.
| McLarens Nurseries Delivers UK-wide, or collect from Uplawmoor 7 days a week | £12.50Checked 27 Oct | 2L | View at McLarens NurseriesOpens product page · Affiliate info |
McLarens Nurseries
Delivers UK-wide, or collect from Uplawmoor 7 days a week
Size: 2L
| Hayloft £6.95 flat rate. Free over £75 | £16.00Check availability at retailerChecked 27 Oct | Check retailer for size | View at HayloftOpens product page · Affiliate info |
| Paramount Plants Variable by postcode — calculated at checkout. Free to EN postcodes | £16.20Checked 26 Oct | Check retailer for size | View at Paramount PlantsOpens product page · Affiliate info |
| Perfect Plantings | £6.27Checked 25 Oct | Check retailer for size | View at Perfect PlantingsOpens product page · Affiliate info |
| Thompson & Morgan + £6.99 delivery | from£12.99Checked 27 Oct | Check retailer for size | View at Thompson & MorganOpens product page · Affiliate info |
Hayloft
£6.95 flat rate. Free over £75
Size: Check retailer for size
Paramount Plants
Variable by postcode — calculated at checkout. Free to EN postcodes
Size: Check retailer for size
Perfect Plantings
Size: Check retailer for size
Thompson & Morgan
+ £6.99 delivery
Size: Check retailer for size
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Prices last checked: 25 Oct 2026
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Plant Information
About this plant
Hard Fern is a fern that thrives in partial shade and moist soil. It grows to around 60cm. Shelter for insects.
Latin Name
Blechnum spicant
Family
Hardiness Zone
H5
Care Level
moderate
Sun Exposure
partial-shade
Water Needs
high
Flowering Season
Mature Height
60cm
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Hard Fern cost in the UK?
Hard Fern prices in the UK range from £12.50 to £12.50 depending on pot size and retailer. The lowest price we track is £12.50 for a 2 litre pot at McLarens Nurseries. Prices are checked nightly across 5 UK nurseries.
Where can I buy Hard Fern online in the UK?
You can buy Hard Fern from 5 UK nurseries including Perfect Plantings, McLarens Nurseries, Thompson & Morgan. ComparePlants.uk compares prices across all of them so you can find the best deal.
What is the scientific name for Hard Fern?
The scientific name for Hard Fern is Blechnum spicant.
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