Botanical Name: Polystichum tsus-simense
Common Name: Korean rock fern
Type of Plant: fern: perennial
 
Habit of Growth:
Overall Shape Compact, spreading fern with dense short fronds; resembles miniature version of Leatherleaf fern
Height to 12"
Spread to 2'
Growth Rate moderate
 
Environment:
Exposure outdoor shade to part shade preferred
Soil prefers a well-amended soil
Hardiness hardy (Zones 4-9, 14-24)
 
Morphology:
Leaves Bipinnately compound, to 12" long, 6" across, densely set with slightly stiff, leathery, dark, fine pinnae
Flowers none
Fruit sori to 1/16" in diameter, usually in groups of 4-5
 
Propagation:
spore, division
 
Usage:
small scale facer in rock gardens, dish gardens and terraria; can be used in temperate climate landscapes
 
Landscape Care:
Watering needs regular watering
Fertilizing slow-release in spring
Pruning remove dead fronds
Pests/Diseases none
Special Conditions/Other
 
Origin: Korea/Eastern China
Family: Polypodiaceae

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