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Christmas Fern

Christmas Fern

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Height at Maturity:

Under 2 Feet

exposure
Exposure:

Sun Or Shade

zone
Planting Zones:

3-9

Usage
Usage:

Border Plants

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Shipped As:

Bare-root

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NY

Christmas Fern - Polystichum acrostichoides

Christmas Fern is a popular and versatile evergreen fern that offers numerous landscaping benefits. Its elegant appearance, resilience, and adaptability make it a favorite choice for professional landscapers and homeowners alike.One of the key advantages of incorporating it into landscaping is its aesthetic appeal.

Christmas Fern adds a touch of natural elegance, with deep green fronds and distinctive lance-shaped leaflets.

It works well as a ground cover or as part of a woodland or shade garden, providing a lush and inviting atmosphere.

Furthermore, it is highly adaptable and can thrive in various conditions. It is well-suited for shady areas, making it an excellent option for landscaping beneath large trees or where other plants struggle to grow. Its ability to tolerate different soil types, including clay and rocky soils, makes it a valuable addition to landscapes with varying soil conditions.

Another benefit of using it is its low maintenance requirements. It is also relatively pest and disease-resistant, reducing the need for frequent interventions.

In addition to its ornamental value, it offers environmental benefits. As an evergreen plant, it provides year-round interest and remains green even during the colder months. This characteristic makes it essential to creating visually appealing landscapes, particularly in regions with harsh winters.

Moreover, it plays a role in soil conservation. Its thick root system helps stop soil erosion, especially on sloped terrains. Stabilizing the soil contributes to the landscape's overall health and nearby water bodies by reducing sediment runoff.

Finally, it provides habitat and food for various wildlife species. Its dense foliage offers shelter and nesting sites for small animals and birds, while some creatures consume the fern's fronds as part of their diet. Incorporating this fern into a landscape design can enhance biodiversity and support the local ecosystem.

In conclusion, it offers many benefits when used in landscaping. Its attractive appearance, adaptability to various conditions, low maintenance needs, and environmental contributions make it a valuable asset to any outdoor space. Whether as ground cover, in woodland gardens, or for soil conservation, it is a versatile and visually appealing option that can transform landscapes into beautiful and sustainable environments.

Get your Christmas Fern at TN Nursery today!

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Anonymous

Really like this fern because it’s (a) smaller ( h<=2’ & w<=2’ ) than most ferns typically available, (b) evergreen, and (c) native to Texas & its Gulf Coast. Fast service from TN Nursery.

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suzanne Francis
2023 Orders and Customer Service

I ordered 130+ plants during 2023 and am pleased with the condition of the plants upon receipt. I am excited to see the transformation of my landscape next year! I also want to thank Serenity for her excellent customer service. She went above and beyond to respond to my questions!

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Sharon Shinabarger
Christmas Ferns

I’m excited to get them going. The will be beautiful for next year. thank You.

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Allan Richardson
More quality than I expected that is why I ordered more

Love dealing with this company, shipping is very quick Quality is there.
Thanks

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Lexa Mays-Poulakos

My Christmas fern order of 24 arrived promptly and well packaged. I soaked the roots in shallow water to soften the roots. I planted them 2 days later and fronds were already popping up in all 24!