Christmas Fern
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Sun or ShadeHeight at Maturity
Under 3 FeetUsage
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Christmas Fern, Polystichum acrostichoides is a native evergreen fern that provides lush, green texture in your landscape year-round. Unlike many ferns that fade with frost, this hardy species keeps its fronds upright and vibrant, even in the cold of winter. Its resilience and elegant, arching fronds make it a favorite for woodland gardens, shady borders, and slope erosion control.
Gardeners love the fern because it's low-maintenance, deer-resistant, and naturally non-invasive. Whether you're designing. It can be a natural woodland path, stabilize soil on a slope, or simply fill a shaded spot where other plants won't grow. This fern brings beauty and function together.
Native Fern Benefits in Landscaping
- Evergreen charm - Fronds stay green through the holidays and beyond
- Native & hardy - Thrives naturally in USDA Zones 3-9
- Shade-tolerant - Grows where sun-loving plants struggle
- Erosion control - Root system stabilizes banks and prevents runoff
- Wildlife-friendly - Provides shelter for small animals and pollinators
- Easy-care plant - Low-maintenance and pest-resistant
Christmas Fern Growing Information
Thrives in moisture
Mature Size 1-2 ft tall, up to 2 ft wide
Growth Habit Moderate, forms neat clumps
Wildlife Value Year-round cover for birds & insects
Pro Tip: Plant in groups for a lush woodland effect or combine with hostas and shade perennials for layered texture.
Landscape Uses
- Woodland & shaded gardens
- Natural ground cover for slopes & banks
- Erosion control plantings
- Evergreen accents in shade beds
- Companion to shade perennials and native plants
FAQ - Christmas Ferns
Q: Will This Fern really stay green in winter?
A: Yes! In mild climates (zones 6-9), they remain fully green. In colder zones, fronds may flatten but are quickly replaced in spring.
Q: Do they spread quickly?
A: No, Christmas Ferns grow in compact clumps and spread slowly, never invasive.
Q: Where should I plant them?
A: They thrive in woodland gardens, shaded borders, or on slopes with rich, moist soil.
Q: How big do they get?
A: Typically 1-2 feet tall, forming dense clumps that add structure and evergreen texture.
Q: Are they safe for pets?
A: Yes, Christmas Ferns are non-toxic to pets and humans.
Why Order from TN Nursery?
For more than 65 years, TN Nursery has been a trusted source for native plants. We ship freshly dug, bare-root Christmas Ferns directly to your door, ready to establish in your garden and thrive for years.
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The root balls looked great. We will see how they do a year from now, but I am optimistic. Thank you!
They arrived well packed and the correct number was included. A few more planting instructions (eg; depth) would help but I knew enough to manage it. the packing was good and I appreciated the reminder that these will not probably sprout till NEXT spring. This is for a fundraiser and I will share that information with all who purchased the ferns. None of the root clumps was measly. It WAS hard to read which kind of fern was in each bag because the black marker that had been used was obviously running out of ink. Make sure your staff uses a DARK marker so your customers know which is which. Finally, I would have appreciated a packing slip so that I could double check the order with the number of ferns provided. I didn't want my laptop in the planting area because of water and dirt. But all in all, this was a good purchase.
We just finished planting 100 Christmas ferns. We were actually pleasantly surprised at how good these ferns looked. New shoots ranged from approx. 2 - 10". We separated the ferns, and let them soak for an hour, Drilled 100 holes, planted and watered them in = a piece of cake. They are already responding to their new home. I want to thank whoever dug these plants as there was virtually no damage to the new shoots. I've been digging and planting for 40 years and will be buying more of this product next year. We also received 100 V. Bluebell rhizomes and 100 Turks Caps bulbs. Everything looks perf! We are located in Pa. A big thanks to TWN!!
Kathy and Bill
This is a wonderful addition to my flower garden. Looks great where I planted it.
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