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Buy Polystichum setiferum Acutilobum Group

Also Known As

Polystichum setiferum 'Proliferum'
Mother Shield Fern

Plant type

fern

size

H: 2'-4'
W: 2'-4'

planting zones

6a-9b

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Polystichum setiferum Acutilobum Group plant details

Polystichum setiferum Acutilobum Group is an evergreen fern with green foliage. Grows well with bright shade - shade and even moisture - regular water. 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 Acutilobum Group

Plant type: fern
Plant family: dryopteridaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 2 FT - 4 FT - wide, 2 FT - 4 FT - tall
Uses: container plant, woodland garden, year-round-interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Polystichum setiferum Acutilobum Group

USDA Zones: 6a - 9b
Sun exposure: bright shade - shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
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.

By: Little Prince of Oregon

Striking fern with soft, dense, glassy green fronds. Plant in partial sun to medium shade & well drained, moist soil. Height: 2 to 4 feet. Zones 7 to 9. Evergreen.