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Christmas fern
Polystichum acrostichoides
perennial⛅ part shade💧💧 moderate water
Christmas fern is a native evergreen fern with glossy, dark green fronds that remain attractive year-round, making it a reliable groundcover or accent plant for woodland gardens. It thrives in shaded areas with moist soil and requires minimal maintenance once established.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
Tolerances & Soil
1471013
ColderWarmer
Zone range: Zone 3a to Zone 9bSeasonality
Season of Interest
WinterSpringFall
Succession Role
early successionalmid successional
Native to the United States
Native Range
Eastern North America
Native to: Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont, Massachusetts, Rhode Island, Connecticut, New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Maryland, Delaware, Virginia, West Virginia, North Carolina, South Carolina, Ohio, Michigan, Indiana, Illinois, Kentucky, Tennessee, Georgia, Alabama, Arkansas, Missouri
Function & Care
erosion controlwildlife benefit
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Propagation