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Western swordfern

One of the most robust and reliable, this hardy native male fern offers superb texture with glossy, leathery, toothed, dark green foliage. Vigorous evergreen clumps are formed by many long fronds; up to four feet long in cool, shady sites. Keeps up appearances even in warm, arid climates, though plants will be more compact.

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Western swordfern

Western swordfern fast facts

Scientific Name

Polystichum munitum

Family

Dryopteridaceae

Garden Type

Container Appropriate, Rain Garden Appropriate, Anywhere

Wildlife

Birds

Native Plant Region

Western WA, PNW, North America

Light needs

Filtered, Full Shade

Water Needs

Medium

Plant Type

Evergreen, Perennial

Bloom Color(s)

Height

2 – 5 feet

Width

5 – 10 feet

Months in Bloom

Safe Beneath Power Lines?

Yes
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