Christmas fern
Polystichum acrostichoides
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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
- Family
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
Seasonality
Season of Interest
Herb
Soft non-woody plants of the field layer.
Succession Role
Tolerances & Soil
Function & Care
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Propagation
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.
Climate Match for your location
See how well Christmas fern grows in your area.
Enter your ZIP code and we'll show you how this plant fits your local climate.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
- Family
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
Seasonality
Season of Interest
Herb
Soft non-woody plants of the field layer.
Succession Role
Tolerances & Soil
Function & Care
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Propagation