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Polystichum setiferum Plumosum Group

Also Known As

  • Polystichum setiferum 'Plumosum'
  • Soft Shield Fern

Plant type

fern

size

  • H: 2'-30"
  • W: 2'-3'

planting zones

  • 5a-9a

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Polystichum setiferum Plumosum Group plant details

Polystichum setiferum Plumosum Group is an evergreen fern with green foliage. Grows well with mostly sun - shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Polystichum setiferum Plumosum Group

Plant type: fern
Plant family: dryopteridaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 2 FT - 3 FT - wide, 2 FT - 30 IN - tall
Uses: container plant, woodland garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Polystichum setiferum Plumosum Group

USDA Zones: 5a - 9a
Sun exposure: mostly sun - shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Same genus as our Western Sword Fern but this hails from Europe. While our native fern regards this beautiful cashmere-soft evergreen fern as just Eurotrash, we hold it in high esteem. Densely layered foliage as plumose as an Ostrich feather boa.

Gardening facts about Polystichum setiferum Plumosum Group plant

How to Grow Polystichum setiferum Plumosum Group

  • Sun Exposure

    • mostly sun - shade
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - regular
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
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