Sword Fern. An attractive fern with divided, leathery fronds, tapering at the ends, forming neat shuttlecocks. Max Height 90cm. Max Spread 1.2m. Shaded site. Hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Polystichum munitum
An attractive fern with divided, leathery fronds, tapering at the ends, forming neat shuttlecocks.
Additional information
| Generic | Polystichum |
|---|---|
| Species | munitum |
| Varietry | |
| Common Name | Sword Fern |
| Flower Colour | |
| Soil | |
| Aspect | Shaded site |
| Foliage | Evergreen |
| Height | 90cm |
| Family | Dryopteridaceae |
| Spread | 1.2m |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Arching |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | green |
| Flowers From | |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Well drained |
| Protection | Protect crowns from winter wet |
| Hardiness | Hardy |
| Planting | Water thoroughly before planting |
| Care | Keep moist in first year |
| Border | Border |
| Toxicity | |
| Pruning | |
| Pruning Time | |
| Pests and diseases | |
| Maintenance | |
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