Doodia Rough Ruby


Possibly a hybrid between Doodia aspera and Doodia media, this relatively small fern (25 – 30cms) forms thick clumps of pinnate fronds that are very rough to the touch.  Its highpoint is its young growth, which emerges a glorious maroon. 

 

Selected by Fern guru, Dick Hayward

 

(This image was taken in May 2019 on the Hillier display at RHS Chelsea flower show.)

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