Fern (Mother Shield)
(Polystichum proliferum)

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Evergreen clump forming fern developing a short trunk when mature (1m x 0.6m) from ACT, Qld, NSW, Vic, Tas & SA. Dark green fronds from a central rhizome with small plantlets produced near the end of mature fronds. Useful feature or grouped in a shady protected garden. Excellent under established trees. Requires moist soil. Tolerates light frost. Drought sensitive.

Type
Native
Maintenance
Medium
Water use
Moderate
Tolerances
Frost, Fire
Shade levels
Shady
Colours
Green