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Common Polypody
Polypodium vulgare
Price comparison:
£5.00 – £6.27
From 3 UK retailers
Reaching around 60cm, Common Polypody is a versatile garden fern. Hardy in most of the UK. 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 3 retailers
Prices last checked: 23 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.
| Retailer | Price | Pot Size | Action |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crocus £5.99 flat rate per order | £5.00Checked 23 Oct | 9cm | View at CrocusOpens product page · Affiliate info |
| Perfect Plantings | £6.27Checked 25 Oct | 9cm | View at Perfect PlantingsOpens product page · Affiliate info |
| Thompson & Morgan + £6.99 delivery | from£13.99Checked 27 Oct | 9cm | View at Thompson & MorganOpens product page · Affiliate info |
Crocus
£5.99 flat rate per order
Size: 9cm
Perfect Plantings
Size: 9cm
Thompson & Morgan
+ £6.99 delivery
Size: 9cm
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Prices last checked: 23 Oct 2026
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Plant Information
About this plant
Reaching around 60cm, Common Polypody is a versatile garden fern. Hardy in most of the UK. Shelter for insects.
Latin Name
Polypodium vulgare
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 Common Polypody cost in the UK?
Common Polypody prices in the UK range from £5.00 to £6.27 depending on pot size and retailer. The lowest price we track is £5.00 for a 9cm pot at Crocus. Prices are checked nightly across 3 UK nurseries.
Where can I buy Common Polypody online in the UK?
You can buy Common Polypody from 3 UK nurseries including Perfect Plantings, Thompson & Morgan, Crocus. ComparePlants.uk compares prices across all of them so you can find the best deal.
What is the scientific name for Common Polypody?
The scientific name for Common Polypody is Polypodium vulgare.
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