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Buy Polystichum setiferum 'Dahlem'

Also Known As

Dahlem Soft Shield Fern

Plant type

fern

size

H: 24"-30"
W: 18"-36"

planting zones

5a-9b

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Polystichum setiferum 'Dahlem' plant details

Polystichum setiferum 'Dahlem' is an evergreen fern with green foliage. Grows well with mostly sun - shade and regular - occasional water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something humidity tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Polystichum setiferum 'Dahlem'

Plant type: fern
Plant family: dryopteridaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 18 IN - 36 IN - wide, 24 IN - 30 IN - tall
Uses: container plant, woodland garden, year-round-interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Polystichum setiferum 'Dahlem'

USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
Sun exposure: mostly sun - shade
Watering frequency: regular - occasional
Resistant to: deer and rabbit, humidity and verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

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Nursery contributed plant descriptions

An evergreen (to 5°F) fern with soft green, lush foliage. Light green fronds arch radially out from a central point. Ferns thrive in neutral to acidic, loose, richly organic soil. excellent for mass plantings, rock gardens, containers, in woodlands and naturalized landscapes.

By: Little Prince of Oregon

Dense, upright, lustrous lacy fronds reaching up to two 2½ feet tall. Plant in partial sun to full shade w/ well drained soil. Zones 5 to 9. Size: 30”. Evergreen.