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Western Sword Fern

Polystichum Munitum

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Overview

Western Sword Fern, Polystichum munitum, is a robust, evergreen fern reaching 3-6 feet in height and spreading up to 4 feet. It sports dark green, sword-like fronds that form a lush, fountain-like clump. Hardy in USDA Zones 3-8, it thrives in part to full shade and requires well-drained, moist soil. Ideal for woodland gardens, it offers low maintenance, deer resistance, and year-round visual interest.

Sun Half, ShadeWater MediumZones 6–10Climate Temperate
Western Sword Fern (Polystichum Munitum) — evergreen fern reaching 3-6 feet in height and spreading up to 4 feet

Culture

Sun
Half, Shade
Water
Medium
USDA zones
6–10

Shape & size

Mature height
2–3 Ft.
Mature width
2–4 Ft.

Classification

Family
Polypodiaceae
Climate
Temperate

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Western Sword Fern (Polystichum Munitum) — rewarding landscape designs with a reliable
Western Sword Fern (Polystichum Munitum) — it typically reaches a mature size of 3 to 6 feet in height and spreads 2 to 4 feet
Western Sword Fern (Polystichum Munitum) — Noted for its regal and sword-like fronds

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