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Polystichum acrostichoides
Christmas Fern
Plant Type: Fern
MORNING sun/AFTERNOON shade to FULL shade
Glossy, dark green foliage is evergreen. Fronds emerge upright, arching as they mature to cover ground. Drought tolerant once established. Tiny leaves resemble Christmas stockings.
Height12-24"
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Spread18-24"
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Growth HabitFILLER (mounded)
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Landscape Application:
Group or mass in woodland gardens. Excellent groundcover on slopes to control soil erosion..
Polystichum acrostichoides Plant Care:
Prefers slightly acidic, richly organic, well drained soil. Cut back in spring as new foliage emerges.
USDA Hardiness Zone: Zone 3 (-40/-30F)
Christmas Fern Merit Awards and Special Collections
Christmas Fern Characteristics & Attributes
Season of Interest
EARLY (March-April), MIDSEASON (May-June), LATE (July-frost)
Early Season (March - April)
Mid Season (May - June)
Late Season (July - frost)
Soil Moisture Needs
Low to moderate soil moisture.
Average
Moderate
Critter Resistance
Deer Resistant