Polystichum tsus-simense - Korean Rock Fern
Polystichum tsus-simense - Korean Rock Fern - Underside of Foliage

Korean Rock Fern

Polystichum tsus-simense

Also called Dwarf Holly Fern

  • AKA Polystichum tsussimense
  • Deep green pinnate fronds
  • Dark brown central stem
  • Upright clumping habit
  • Short rhizomes form tight dense clumps
  • Evergreen

ZONE:
6

COLOUR:
Non-flowering

HEIGHT:
20-30 cm

SPREAD:
30-40 cm

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Growing and Maintenance Tips:


Grows best in a moist to average, well-drained soil, in full shade, not tolerating winter wet conditions. Removing damaged fronds in the spring is recommended. Not entirely hardy in our area but may tolerate cold winter conditions with adequate snow cover.

Additional Notes about Korean Rock Fern:


 

Characteristics & Attributes


GROWTH RATE:
Medium
HABIT:
Clumping
FOLIAGE COLOR:
Green (dark)
LANDSCAPE USES:
Woodland/woods edge