These can be planted in Spring

drought-prone soils

it is important to provide some extra shade during the hot summer months

continuing throughout summer and contrasting beautifully against the green foliage

Asplenium scolopendrium Golden Variegated Sweet Flag These can be planted inAsplenium scolopendrium are hardy, evergreen ferns that are slow growing and compact in height. Known as 'harts tongue fern', Aspleniums form a rosette like shape with upright, tongue like foliage and green and leathery fronds. This plant is a good choice for shaded borders, underplanting or groundcover. Plant in moist, well drained soil. Keep in partial or full shade. Prefers a humus rich, neutral to alkaline soil. Direct sun may cause scorch damage