Christmas fern
Polystichum acrostichoides
Christmas fern is a tough, evergreen native fern that thrives in shaded to partly shaded spots with consistently moist, well-drained, humus-rich soil. It is very low maintenance once established and tolerates drought better than most ferns, making it an excellent choice for woodland gardens or shaded borders. Indoors, keep it away from direct sun and maintain moderate humidity for best results.
Toxicity Warning
Known to be toxic to dogs, cats, horses.
Care Level
Low
Sun
Partial Shade
Water
Moderate
Growth Rate
Moderate
Mature Height
—
Life Cycle
Perennial
Spacing
24″
Watering Schedule
Every 7-10 Days • Water Thoroughly Until It Drains From The Pot; Allow The Top Inch Of Soil To Dry Slightly Between Waterings
Soil pH
6 – 7.5
Temperature
-30° – 95°F
Native to
Attracts
Sources
Data: trefle, usda, aspca
Image: trefle.io — Taken Jul 28, 2021 by Dieter Albrecht (cc-by-sa)
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