Christmas Fern
Polystichum acrostichoides
Description
The Christmas Fern is an evergreen fern native to eastern North America. It is one of the most common ferns found in shady woodland areas and is notable for its dark green, leathery fronds that provide year-round interest. The fern gets its name because its fronds remain green through the Christmas season.
- Life Cycle
- perennial
- Height
- 1 to 2 feet
- Sun Exposure
- Full shade to partial sun
- Bloom Months
- January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December
- Bloom Color
- Bloom Description
- The foliage of the Christmas Fern is a deep green.