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Polystichum setiferum 'Bevis'

Also Known As

  • Soft Shield Fern

Plant type

fern

size

  • H: 3"
  • W: 3"

planting zones

  • 5a-8b

Polystichum setiferum 'Bevis' plant details

Polystichum setiferum 'Bevis' is a semi-evergreen fern with green foliage. Grows well with bright shade - shade and even moisture - high water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Polystichum setiferum 'Bevis'

Plant type: fern
Plant family: dryopteridaceae
Foliage: semi-evergreen green
Mature size: 3 IN wide, 3 IN tall
Uses: container plant, woodland garden, year-round-interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Polystichum setiferum 'Bevis'

USDA Zones: 5a - 8b
Sun exposure: bright shade - shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - high
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

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.
Semi-evergreen to evergreen fern displaying upright, feathery, dark green fronds in dense tufts. Finely dissected foliage adds a soft texture to the landscape. Ferns thrive in neutral to acidic, loose, richly organic soil. Excellent for mass plantings, rock gardens, containers, in woodlands and naturalized landscapes.

Gardening facts about Polystichum setiferum 'Bevis' plant

How to Grow Polystichum setiferum 'Bevis'

  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - high
  • Sun Exposure

    • bright shade - shade

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Foliage Season

    • semi-evergreen
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