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Western Sword Fern

North American native fern with coarsely textured, leathery fronds. Sword-shaped fronds form refined, symmetrical, tight clumps of growth. Long-lived, durable and easy to grow. Outstanding in large groups, shade gardens or for naturalizing. Prefers humus-rich, well-drained soil.

Companion Plants

English Ivy

Ferns

Hosta

Plant Details

  • Common name

    Western Sword Fern

  • Botanical name

    Polystichum munitum

  • Variety

    na

  • Zone

    USDA Zone 3 (-40°F) to USDA Zone 8 (10°F).

  • Light

    Shade

  • Height

    30-48" (76-122 cm)

  • Habit

    Vase

  • Feed

    Use all-purpose

  • Water

    Weekly during dry spells

  • Bloom Time

    No Bloom

  • Maintenance

    Mulch to reduce weeds

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