How to prune polystichum setiferum 'plumosum densum'

Early spring, just before new growth begins. Cut declining fronds back to the crown with clean, sharp scissors. Avoid disturbing the central growing point. Individual tatty fronds can be removed at any time without harm.

Annually in early spring. Polystichum setiferum 'Plumosum Densum' is a soft, densely-plumed evergreen fern needing only a gentle annual tidy. Remove old, declining fronds in early spring before new growth emerges. Its ornamental fronds persist well through winter, so hold off pruning until they noticeably deteriorate.

Cut declining fronds back to the crown with clean, sharp scissors. Avoid disturbing the central growing point. Individual tatty fronds can be removed at any time without harm.