Western Sword Fern
Polystichum munitum
SKU
08491
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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Filtered sun, Full shade, Partial shade, Partial sun
Water regularly to maintain evenly moist soil - weekly, or more often.
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| Botanical Pronunciation | pol-ISS-tih-kum MEW-nih-tum |
|---|---|
| Average Size at Maturity | Forms dense foliage clumps 3 to 6 ft. tall and wide. |
| Bloom Time | Prized for foliage. |
| Deciduous/ Evergreen | Evergreen |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Garden Style | Asian/Zen, Rustic, Tropical |
| Growth Habit | Spreading |
| Landscape Use | Border, Erosion Control, Mass Planting, Poolside, Woodland Garden |
| Light Needs | Filtered sun, Full shade, Partial shade, Partial sun |
| Special Feature | Clump Forming, Dense Habit, Easy Care, Gift Plant, North American Native Selection, Shade Loving, Waterwise, Year-round Interest, Pet Friendly |
| Water Needs | Moderate |
| Watering Needs | Water regularly to maintain evenly moist soil - weekly, or more often. |
| Companion Plants | Coral Bells (Heuchera); Columbine (Aquilegia); Hosta (Hosta); Lungwort (Pulmonaria); Bleeding Heart (Dicentra) |
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.
This Plant's Growing Zones: 5-9
Your USDA Cold Hardiness Zone:
Your climate may be too cold for this plant