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Polystichum acrostichoides

Family Dryopteridaceae
Plant Type fern
Zone USDA:   3a - 9b   RHS:   H - FH   EGF:   H1 - H5   Australia:   1 - 3  
Care Level low, easy, suitable for beginners.
Height 30 - 60 cm (1 - 2 ft)
Spread 30 - 60 cm (1 - 2 ft)
Light partial shade to shade
Soil Moisture low to average, well-drained
Soil Type clay to sandy
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description This plant has evergreen foliage.
Typical Uses Accent, alpine or rock garden, border, container, cut flowers, edging, ground cover, mass planting, wild flower and woodland.
Special Characteristics It is worthy to note that Polystichum acrostichoides tolerates drought, and has a natural resistance to deer and rabbits. During winter Polystichum acrostichoides lends winter interest to your garden.