Western Sword Fern
Polystichum munitum
Description | One of the most robust and reliable, this hardy native male fern offers superb texture with glossy, leathery, toothed, dark green foliage. Vigorous evergreen clumps are formed by many long fronds; up to four feet long in cool, shady sites. Keeps up appearances even in warm, arid climates, though plants will be more compact. |
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Light | Filtered sun, Full shade, Partial shade, Partial sun |
Watering | Keep soil moist, but not soggy. |
Blooms | Prized for foliage. |
Mature Size | Forms dense foliage clumps 3 to 6 ft. tall and wide. |
Deciduous/Evergreen | Evergreen |
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Special Features | Easy Care, North American Native Selection, Waterwise, Non-toxic to Cats and Dogs |
Problems/Solutions | Deer Resistant, Erosion Control, Rabbit Resistant |
Growth Rate | Moderate |
Landscape Use | Border, Poolside |
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Foliage Color | Green |
Companion Plants | Coral Bells (Heuchera); Columbine (Aquilegia); Hosta (Hosta); Lungwort (Pulmonaria); Bleeding Heart (Dicentra) |
Care | Provide humus rich, fertile, well-drained soil. Water deeply, regularly during the first growing season to establish an extensive root system. Once established, water as needed to maintain consistent soil moisture. Fertilize periodically during growing season. Cut back old, faded fronds when new growth begins in spring. |
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This Plant's Growing Zones: 5-9
Your USDA Cold Hardiness Zone: 9
Good to grow!
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Lowe's 1160 N. Hayden Meadows Drive
Portland, Oregon 97217 -
Cornell Farm 8212 S.w. Barnes Road
Portland, Oregon 97225 -
Dennis' 7 Dees 10455 S.w. Butner Road
Portland, Oregon 97225
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