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Japanese Tassel Fern

Polystichum Polyblepharum

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Overview

Japanese Tassel Fern (Polystichum polyblepharum) is an elegant, shade-loving evergreen fern. Its dark green, lustrous fronds can reach up to 1-2 feet in length, unfurling with a distinct tassel-like tip as they mature. Thriving in moist, well-drained soil, it prefers a temperate zone of USDA 6-8. Perfect for woodland gardens, this fern adds a graceful texture and year-round interest to shaded areas.

Sun Deep Shade, ShadeWater Extra in Summer, High, MediumZones 5–10Type Fern
Japanese Tassel Fern (Polystichum Polyblepharum) — lustrous fronds can reach up to 1-2 feet in length; each frond unfolds in a tassel-like fashion
Japanese Tassel Fern (Polystichum Polyblepharum) — A native to the understory of Japanese forestsJapanese Tassel Fern (Polystichum Polyblepharum) — It adds texture and year-round interest to the garden landscape owing to its evergreen natureJapanese Tassel Fern (Polystichum Polyblepharum) — serene ambiance and pairs beautifully with hostasJapanese Tassel Fern (Polystichum Polyblepharum) — lustrous fronds can reach up to 1-2 feet in lengthJapanese Tassel Fern (Polystichum Polyblepharum) — where it won't be subjected to desiccating windsJapanese Tassel Fern (Polystichum Polyblepharum) — glossy fronds that can reach up to 1 to 2 feet in length and about 6 to 8 inches in width once mature; the+49

Culture

Sun
Deep Shade, Shade
Water
Extra in Summer, High, Medium
USDA zones
5–10

Shape & size

Mature height
1.5–2 Ft.
Mature width
1.5–2 Ft.

Classification

Type
Fern
Family
Polypodiaceae

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Japanese Tassel Fern (Polystichum Polyblepharum) — lustrous fronds can reach up to 1-2 feet in length; each frond unfolds in a tassel-like fashion
Japanese Tassel Fern (Polystichum Polyblepharum) — A native to the understory of Japanese forests
Japanese Tassel Fern (Polystichum Polyblepharum) — It adds texture and year-round interest to the garden landscape owing to its evergreen nature
Japanese Tassel Fern (Polystichum Polyblepharum) — serene ambiance and pairs beautifully with hostas
Japanese Tassel Fern (Polystichum Polyblepharum) — lustrous fronds can reach up to 1-2 feet in length
Japanese Tassel Fern (Polystichum Polyblepharum) — where it won't be subjected to desiccating winds
Japanese Tassel Fern (Polystichum Polyblepharum) — glossy fronds that can reach up to 1 to 2 feet in length and about 6 to 8 inches in width once mature; the
Japanese Tassel Fern (Polystichum Polyblepharum) — is an exquisite perennial fern that brings a touch of elegance to any shade garden
Japanese Tassel Fern (Polystichum Polyblepharum) — fern for deep shade or shade
Japanese Tassel Fern (Polystichum Polyblepharum) — unfurling with a distinct tassel-like tip as they mature; it adds texture and year-round interest to the
Japanese Tassel Fern (Polystichum Polyblepharum) — Perfect for woodland gardens, this fern adds a graceful texture and year-round interest to, image 28
Japanese Tassel Fern (Polystichum Polyblepharum) — It's best situated in a north-facing garden or under the dappled shade of deciduous trees
Japanese Tassel Fern (Polystichum Polyblepharum) — where it won't be subjected to desiccating winds; unfurling with a distinct tassel-like tip as they mature
Japanese Tassel Fern (Polystichum Polyblepharum) — making it a reliable backdrop for other shade-loving perennials or as a stand-alone specimen in a focal area
Japanese Tassel Fern (Polystichum Polyblepharum) — Thriving in moist, well-drained soil, it prefers a temperate zone of USDA 6-8
Japanese Tassel Fern (Polystichum Polyblepharum) — Thriving in moist, well-drained soil, it prefers a temperate zone of USDA 6-8; lustrous fronds can reach up
Japanese Tassel Fern (Polystichum Polyblepharum) — moist environment away from the harsh afternoon sun, image 35
Japanese Tassel Fern (Polystichum Polyblepharum) — With its graceful arching form
Japanese Tassel Fern (Polystichum Polyblepharum) — unfurling with a distinct tassel-like tip as they mature
Japanese Tassel Fern (Polystichum Polyblepharum) — It's best situated in a north-facing garden or under the dappled shade of deciduous trees; making it a
Japanese Tassel Fern (Polystichum Polyblepharum) — this fern is renowned for its luxurious
Japanese Tassel Fern (Polystichum Polyblepharum) — Ideal soil conditions for the Japanese Tassel Fern are well-draining
Japanese Tassel Fern (Polystichum Polyblepharum) — A native to the understory of Japanese forests; is an exquisite perennial fern that brings a touch of
Japanese Tassel Fern (Polystichum Polyblepharum) — Each frond unfolds in a tassel-like fashion; perfect for woodland gardens, this fern adds a graceful texture
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