Sweet fern

Comptonia peregrina, or Sweet Fern, is a deciduous shrub despite its name, offering a fern-like appearance with aromatic foliage. Native to North America, it's suitable for UK gardens, especially in informal settings or woodland edges, providing attractive texture and a unique scent when brushed.

Sun: Full sun to partial shade.

Soil: Poor, acidic, well-drained.

Hardiness: H5 — down to −15°C.