herbaceous⛅ part shade💧💧 moderate waterZone 3a – Zone 9b
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
Spreading
Growth Rate
slow
Size
1.5–2.5′ tall × 1.5–2.5′ wide
Dormancy
evergreen
Tolerances & Soil
low
Zone 3aZone 9b
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ColderWarmer
Zone range: Zone 3a to Zone 9b
Seasonality
Season of Interest
WinterSpringFall
Herb
Soft non-woody plants of the field layer.
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
