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Alaska Fern

Polystichum Setiferum

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Overview

The Alaska Fern, or Polystichum setiferum, is a perennial fern recognizable by its lacy, finely divided fronds that extend up to 2-3 feet long. This species thrives in partial to full shade and prefers moist, well-draining soil, enriching woodland gardens with its feathery texture. Hardy in zones 5-8, it's a robust addition providing year-round interest. Ideal for a tranquil, green backdrop or as a graceful understory plant.

Sun Deep Shade, Half, ShadeWater MediumZones 6–8Type FernClimate Temperate

Alaska Fern (Polystichum Setiferum) — This species is renowned for its lush; the Alaska Fern is low maintenance

Culture

Sun: Deep Shade, Half, Shade
Water: Medium
USDA zones: 6–8

Shape & size

Classification

Type: Fern
Family: Polypodiaceae
Climate: Temperate

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Alaska Fern (Polystichum Setiferum) — This species thrives in partial to full shade and prefers moist; the Alaska Fern is low maintenance

Alaska Fern (Polystichum Setiferum) — finely divided fronds that extend up to 2-3 feet long; although it tolerates a range of soil types

Alaska Fern (Polystichum Setiferum) — underplanting deciduous trees; although it tolerates a range of soil types, image 98

Alaska Fern (Polystichum Setiferum) — or as a complement to other shade-loving plants in a mixed bed; the Alaska Fern is low maintenance, image 78

Alaska Fern (Polystichum Setiferum) — Hardy in zones 5-8, it's a robust addition providing year-round interest; although it tolerates a range of, image 47

Alaska Fern (Polystichum Setiferum) — underplanting deciduous trees; although it tolerates a range of soil types

Alaska Fern (Polystichum Setiferum) — This species thrives in partial to full shade and prefers moist; the Alaska Fern is low maintenance, image 45

Alaska Fern (Polystichum Setiferum) — fern for deep shade or half or shade; the Alaska Fern is low maintenance

Alaska Fern (Polystichum Setiferum) — Hardy in zones 5-8, it's a robust addition providing year-round interest; although it tolerates a range of, image 131

Alaska Fern (Polystichum Setiferum) — It is also resistant to most pests and diseases

Alaska Fern (Polystichum Setiferum) — fern for deep shade or half or shade; the Alaska Fern is low maintenance, image 126

Alaska Fern (Polystichum Setiferum) — the Alaska Fern is low maintenance, image 81

Alaska Fern (Polystichum Setiferum) — finely divided fronds that extend up to 2-3 feet long; although it tolerates a range of soil types, image 65

Alaska Fern (Polystichum Setiferum) — Hardy in zones 5-8, it's a robust addition providing year-round interest; although it tolerates a range of soil types

Alaska Fern (Polystichum Setiferum) — fern for deep shade or half or shade; the Alaska Fern is low maintenance, image 105

Alaska Fern (Polystichum Setiferum) — well-drained soil enriched with organic matter

Alaska Fern (Polystichum Setiferum) — This fern's hardiness corresponds to USDA zones 5 through 8; the Alaska Fern is low maintenance

Alaska Fern (Polystichum Setiferum) — Although it tolerates a range of soil types, image 116

Alaska Fern (Polystichum Setiferum) — This species is renowned for its lush; the Alaska Fern is low maintenance, image 72

Alaska Fern (Polystichum Setiferum) — feathery fronds that provide textural contrast in garden landscapes

Alaska Fern (Polystichum Setiferum) — The cascading nature of its fronds also makes it suitable for use in terraced gardens or slopes; enriching, image 100

Alaska Fern (Polystichum Setiferum) — is a perennial fern recognizable by its lacy

Alaska Fern (Polystichum Setiferum) — well-drained soil enriched with organic matter; enriching woodland gardens with its feathery texture, image 52

Alaska Fern (Polystichum Setiferum) — is a perennial fern recognizable by its lacy; enriching woodland gardens with its feathery texture, image 64

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Dr Mary Gillham Archive Project, CC BY 2.0 · source
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Agnieszka Kwiecień, Nova, CC BY-SA 4.0 · source
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Krzysztof Ziarnek, Kenraiz, CC BY-SA 4.0 · source
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