Korean Rock Fern
Polystichum tsus-simense
Excellent small scale fern for the south. Lush dark green foliage in a dense mounding habit. Plant under shade trees and large shrubs to cover exposed soil. Works well with smaller woodland perennials and in containers. Herbaceous.
| Key feature: | Woodland Garden |
| Plant type: | Fern |
| Deciduous/evergreen: | Herbaceous |
| Cold hardiness zones: | 7 - 9 |
| Light needs: | Full to partial shade |
| Water Needs: | Needs wet or constantly moist soil. |
| Average landscape size: | Fast growing to 12 in. tall, 12 in. wide or more. |
| Growth rate: | Fast |
| Landscape use: | Woodland Garden |
| Blooms: | Inconspicuous |
| Foliage color: | Dark Green |
| Item no.: | 8373 |
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Care Information
Follow a regular watering schedule during the first growing season to establish a deep, extensive root system. Feed frequently during growing season with a general purpose fertilizer. Cut back old fronds after new growth begins in spring.
Excellent small scale fern for the south. Lush dark green foliage in a dense mounding habit. Plant under shade trees and large shrubs to cover exposed soil. Works well with smaller woodland perennials and in containers. Herbaceous.
Care Information
Follow a regular watering schedule during the first growing season to establish a deep, extensive root system. Feed frequently during growing season with a general purpose fertilizer. Cut back old fronds after new growth begins in spring.
| Key feature: | Woodland Garden |
| Plant type: | Fern |
| Deciduous/evergreen: | Herbaceous |
| Cold hardiness zones: | 7 - 9 |
| Light needs: | Full to partial shade |
| Water Needs: | Needs wet or constantly moist soil. |
| Average landscape size: | Fast growing to 12 in. tall, 12 in. wide or more. |
| Growth rate: | Fast |
| Landscape use: | Woodland Garden |
| Blooms: | Inconspicuous |
| Foliage color: | Dark Green |
| Item no.: | 8373 |
