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Christmas Fern (Polystichum acrostichoides)
Christmas Fern (Polystichum acrostichoides)
$12.00
The eastern equivalent of our Western Sword Fern, the Christmas fern is also evergreen, though not as large as the Western Sword Fern, and has stiff, waxy, lance shaped fronds arranged in a vase pattern. While it handles dry woodlands well it can be susceptible to crown rot in excessively wet environments.
Frond Condition: Evergreen
Mature Size: 1-2’
Origin: Eastern United States (U.S. Native)
Cultural Requirements: Part Sun to Full Shade, Lightly Moist to Dryish
USDA Zones: 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9
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