Western Sword Fern
Polystichum munitum
1 gallon pot
A native here in the Puget Sound, Western sword fern (Polystichum munitum) is a large evergreen fern with dark green fronds that grow in a tight clump, spreading out radially from a round base. It grows up to 3 feet tall and wide and is moderate to fast growing. Individual fronds live for 1.5-2.5 years and remain attached to the base after withering.
- Fern
- Zones 5-9
- Partial to full shade. Avoid direct afternoon sunlight.
- Grows 3 ft. high & wide
- Spacing 24 in. for mass plantings
- Deer and rabbit resistant
- PNW Native