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Polystichum polyblepharum - Japanese Lace Fern

Polystichum polyblepharum
Japanese Lace Fern

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Two small young plants in a bucket planted last November: they have developed well this spring with beautiful foliage and a lovely habit in the shade in clay-limestone soil. I'm waiting to see if my little plants will withstand the hot, dry summer.

Solène G., 23/05/2025

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This evergreen fern forms a regular crown of long, glossy, finely divided dark green fronds. In spring, the new crozier-shaped shoots are covered in golden scales. Robust and not particularly prone to disease, it requires a shaded position and humus-bearing soil that remains moist. This plant tolerates well-drained clay soils and chalk.
Height at maturity
70 cm
Spread at maturity
75 cm
Exposure
Partial shade, Shade
Hardiness
Hardy down to -20.5°C
Soil moisture
Moist soil
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Best planting time March, October
Recommended planting time February to April, September to October
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Polystichum: planting, cultivation and care
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Polystichum: planting, cultivation and care
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Polystichum polyblepharum - Japanese Lace Fern (Plant habit) Plant habit

Foliage

Foliage persistence Evergreen
Foliage colour dark green

Plant habit

Height at maturity 70 cm
Spread at maturity 75 cm
Growth rate normal

Botanical data

Genus

Polystichum

Species

polyblepharum

Family

Dryoptéridacées

Other common names

Japanese Lace Fern

Botanical synonyms

Polystichum polyblepharon, Aspidium polyblepharum

Origin

East Asia

Product reference688732

Planting and care

Polystichum polyblepharum is planted in spring or early autumn, outside periods of frost or drought. Shade and partial shade suit it; a few hours of morning sun are acceptable if the soil remains moist. Loosen the soil deeply and incorporate leaf mould or well-rotted compost. The stump should sit at surface level, without being buried. This fern tolerates clay or chalky soil, provided that water does not accumulate in it in winter. In heavy soil, a slightly raised planting position protects the heart of the stump. Water during the first two summers. A well-rooted plant tolerates a short dry spell. A mulch of dead leaves keeps the soil cool and moist. Stumps are divided in spring. Pot cultivation is possible in a large container, placed in shade and watered regularly.

Planting period

Best planting time March, October
Recommended planting time February to April, September to October

Intended location

Suitable for Woodland edge, Undergrowth
Type of use Border
Hardiness Hardy down to -20.5°C (USDA zone 6b) Show map
Ease of cultivation Amateur
Planting density 5 per m2
Exposure Partial shade, Shade
Soil pH Any
Soil type Clayey (heavy), Clayey-chalky (heavy and alkaline), Silty-loamy (rich and light)
Soil moisture Moist soil, humus-bearing and lightweight

Care

Pruning instructions Regenerate old fronds in late winter by cutting them back to ground level. Wait until the hard frosts have passed in cold regions (the old fronds protect the crown of the fern).
Pruning Pruning recommended once a year
Pruning time March to April
Disease resistance Good
Overwinter Can be left in the ground
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