Published on June 10, 2012 by Casey
Polystichum acrostichoides
Christmas fern is an evergreen fern that provides year round visual interest and provides protective cover for birds and other wildlife year round. Dense plantings offer the most protection for ground-dwelling birds and other animals. The leathery fronds grow in fountain-like clumps.
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Benefits
- Evergreen fronds provide winter interest
- Offers year round cover for birds and wildlife
- Thrives in dry areas or moister soil with more sun
- Great companion plant with woodland wildflowers
- Fronds are used in fresh arrangements
- Deer resistant
Native Range
Woodlands from Nova Scotia to Wisconsin south to Texas and Florida.
Native Trivia
The common name for this plant comes from the fact that early settlers used it as a green at Christmas time.
Characteristics & Attributes
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Plan Sub Group
• Low Perennials
Exposure
• Shade
• Filtered Shade
• Morning Sun / Afternoon Shade
Soil
• Wide soil tolerance
• Well-drained
Soil Moisture Preference
• Moist but well-drained
• Dry
• Moist
• Average
Critter Resistance
• Deer Resistant
Habitat Collection
• Wet Sun
• Dry Shade
Native Habitat
• Forest
Foliage Color
• Green
Uses
• Cut or dried flower
• Evergreen
Source: abnativeplants
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