Polystichum polyblepharum

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Japanese Tassel Fern

 
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Description

A charming fern, this plant bears glossy, dark green, slightly hairy fronds which form symmetrical rosettes. Overall growth reaches a size of 30" tall and 3' wide. The old fronds lay flat on the ground when the new fronds, pushing out from the crown, form a narrow circle of bronzy tomentose leaves with pendant tips. One of the most formal ferns, this plant does well in containers and is also very nice when used with early blooming azaleas. -Monterey Bay Nursery

 

  • Anatomy

  • Sun/Water

  • Design

Plant Type

Fern

 

Height Range

Under 1', 1-3'

 

Flower Color

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Flower Season

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Leaf Color

Green, Dark Green

 

Bark Color

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Fruit Color

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Fruit Season

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Sun

Half, Shade

 

Water

Medium, High, Extra in Summer

 

Growth Rate

Slow

 

Soil Type

Loam

 

Soil Condition

Rich, Well-drained, Moist

 

Soil pH

Acid

 

Adverse Factors

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Design Styles

Formal, Japanese, Woodland

 

Accenting Features

Specimen

 

Seasonal Interest

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Location Uses

Entry, Perennial Border, With Rocks

 

Special Uses

Container, Mass Planting

 

Attracts Wildlife

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Water Saving Tip:

Replace turf with groundcovers, trees, and shrubs. If you have areas where no one uses the grass, patches that do not grow well, or a turf area too small to water without runoff, consider replacing the turf with water-efficient landscaping.