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East Indian Holly Fern

Arachnoides Simplicior 'Variegata'

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Overview

The East Indian Holly Fern, Arachnoides simplicior 'Variegata', is prized for its glossy, variegated fronds that exhibit light green centers with dark green edges. This evergreen fern grows up to 18 inches tall and 24 inches wide, thriving in USDA Zones 6 - 10. Preferring partial to full shade and moist, well-drained soil, it's ideal for adding contrast in shaded garden areas or as a lush groundcover. Hardy and low-maintenance, it's an excellent choice for textured foliage.

Sun Half, ShadeWater Extra in Summer, HighZones 3–9Type FernClimate Temperate

East Indian Holly Fern (Arachnoides Simplicior 'Variegata') — variegated fronds that exhibit light green centers with dark green edges

East Indian Holly Fern (Arachnoides Simplicior 'Variegata') — This evergreen fern grows up to 18 inches tall and 24 inches wide, thriving in USDA Zones 6 - 10

Culture

Sun: Half, Shade
Water: Extra in Summer, High
USDA zones: 3–9

Shape & size

Classification

Type: Fern
Family: Polypodiaceae
Climate: Temperate

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East Indian Holly Fern (Arachnoides Simplicior 'Variegata') — variegated fronds that exhibit light green centers with dark green edges

East Indian Holly Fern (Arachnoides Simplicior 'Variegata') — This evergreen fern grows up to 18 inches tall and 24 inches wide, thriving in USDA Zones 6 - 10

Photograph: Forest and Kim Starr, CC BY 3.0 us · source

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