| | | Family | Dryopteridaceae | | Plant Type | fern | | Zone | USDA: 6a - 9b RHS: H - FH EGF: H2 - H5 Australia: 1 - 3 | | Care Level | low, easy, suitable for beginners. | | Height | 15 - 45 cm (6 - 18 in) | | Spread | 30 - 45 cm (12 - 18 in) | | Light | light shade to shade | | Soil Moisture | moist, well-drained | | Soil Type | clay | | Soil pH | acidic to alkaline | | | Description | The glossy foliage is deep green in colour, fine in texture and semi-evergreen. | | Typical Uses | Accent, alpine or rock garden, border, container, edging, house plant, mass planting and woodland. | | Special Characteristics | Polystichum tsussimense has a natural resistance to deer and rabbits. | | |