Botanical profile
Polystichum acrostichoides
Latin name
Polystichum acrostichoides
Common name
Christmas Fern
Family
Dryopteridaceae
A native fern variety with evergreen, lanceolate, glossy, leathery, dark green fronds. It is a beautiful addition to the understory garden, planted in small groups. Very easy to grow in moist, fresh, well-drained soil and in shade. Tolerates dry soils.
Care guide
Growing conditions
Light, soil, water and hardiness
Hardiness zone
3
Exposure
Partial shade to shade
Plant appearance
Blooming, foliage and shape
Flower color
Without flowering (fern)
Garden structure
Size and growth
Height
24" (61.0 cm)
Width
24" (61.0 cm)
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