Polystichum tsus-simense 'K Rex'
Polystichum 'K Rex' is twice as big as the species with dark, glossy fronds.
Description:
The 'K Rex' rock fern has dark, glossy green fronds with an intricate texture and black veins running through them. Each frond has a subtle luminescence or shimmer making it an elegant addition to the garden. This selected form of Polystichum tsus-simense is almost twice as large as the species with 18-24 inch fronds. Evergreen. Shaded locations with rich, evenly moist soil.
Common Name: Rock Fern
Family: Dryopteridaceae (The Wood Fern Family)
Zone Hardiness: 6-9
Light: Part Shade, Full Shade
Height: 12-24"
Width: 12-24"
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Class: Evergreen
Type: Perennial
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Soil Moisture: Average
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Fragrance: No
Berries:
Benefits:
Deer Resistant: Unknown
BC Native: No
Native Habitat: Inhabits shady slopes and rocky places of forests and shores of streams in part or full shade.
Award: AGM
Geogrpahical Origin: Asia and the Pacific - Asia - China and Japan
Asia and the Pacific - Southeast Asia
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