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Polystichum tripteron

Also Known As

  • Trifid Holly Fern

Plant type

fern

size

  • H: 9"-12"
  • W: 12"-18"

planting zones

  • 6a-9b

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Polystichum tripteron plant details

Polystichum tripteron is a semi-evergreen fern with green foliage. Grows well with dappled shade - shade and even moisture water. Does well in rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Polystichum tripteron

Plant type: fern
Plant family: dryopteridaceae
Foliage: semi-evergreen green
Mature size: 12 IN - 18 IN - wide, 9 IN - 12 IN - tall
Uses: container plant, woodland garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Polystichum tripteron

USDA Zones: 6a - 9b
Sun exposure: dappled shade - shade
Watering frequency: even moisture
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Foliage: semi-evergreen, bipinate lower pinnae looking like a T Zone 6-9. 12", Japan, Asia, part shade-shade, moist, well drained

Gardening facts about Polystichum tripteron plant

How to Grow Polystichum tripteron

  • Sun Exposure

    • dappled shade - shade
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Foliage Season

    • semi-evergreen
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