| | | Family | Dryopteridaceae | | Plant Type | | | Zone | USDA: 6a - 9b RHS: H - FH EGF: H2 - H5 Australia: 1 - 3 | | Care Level | low, easy, suitable for beginners. | | Height | 20 - 30 cm (8 - 12 in) | | Spread | 25 - 30 cm (10 - 12 in) | | Light | partial shade to shade | | Soil Moisture | moist, well-drained | | Soil Type | clay to sandy | | Soil pH | acidic to neutral | | | Description | This plant has evergreen foliage that is deep green in colour. | | Typical Uses | Accent, alpine or rock garden, border, container, edging and woodland. | | Special Characteristics | Polystichum setiferum 'Congestum' has a natural resistance to deer and rabbits. | | |