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Buy Polystichum setiferum 'Pulcherrimum Bevis'

Also Known As

Bevis Shield Fern

Plant type

fern

size

H: 12"-18"
W: 12"-15"

planting zones

4a-9b

1 gallon bagged root ball | $26

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Polystichum setiferum 'Pulcherrimum Bevis' plant details

Polystichum setiferum 'Pulcherrimum Bevis' is an evergreen fern with green foliage. Grows well with bright shade - shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in average and rich soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Polystichum setiferum 'Pulcherrimum Bevis'

Plant type: fern
Plant family: dryopteridaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 12 IN - 15 IN - wide, 12 IN - 18 IN - tall
Uses: container plant, woodland garden, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Polystichum setiferum 'Pulcherrimum Bevis'

USDA Zones: 4a - 9b
Sun exposure: bright shade - shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average and rich

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Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This plant is so fabulous that fern experts say when you see it, buy it. You may not see P. setiferum 'Bevis' again. This lovely evergreen fern has thin fronds that are curved at the apex.

By: Gossler Farms

Robust, soft textured, fern w/ dark green, arching, feathery, tapering fronds having 30-40 pairs of bipinnate pinnae. The pinnules have softly bristly tips. Looks great even in winter. Native to Europe. Plant in afternoon to full shade & well drained, moist soil. Zones 4 to 9. Size: 2 to 3 feet. Evergreen.