Botanical profile
Polystichum aculeatum
Latin name
Polystichum aculeatum
Common name
Thorny fern
Family
Dryopteridaceae
Polystichum aculeatum is an evergreen fern with an elegant, slightly arched habit and finely cut, dark green fronds. Very hardy, it thrives in cool, shaded soils, forming superb, structured clumps year-round. A must-have for woody, understated, and natural settings.
Care guide
Growing conditions
Light, soil, water and hardiness
Hardiness zone
4
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
40" (101.5 cm)
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