Fairy Moss, Water Fern, Mosquito Fern
Azolia filiculoides
(syn.A.caroliniana)
A small perennial fern that forms clusters of soft green leaves, this plant provides seasonal colour as the leaves turn purplish-red in autumn.
It can be invasive as each leaf is attached to a single fine root, so regular thinning is necessary.
Overwinter in a frost free place as it can be slightly tender.
Spread indefinite
Half-hardy
Full sun
Propogation by division
