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Polystichum neolobatum


Asian Saber Fern

USDA Zone: 6-9

Plant number: 9.050.160


The Asian saber fern is reliable and beautiful. It produces glossy green and leathery fronds with spiky tips. Very upright in habit which provides an open vase-shaped plant. Although evergreen, it is best to cut the fronds back in late February or March, before the new fronds emerge. Holds up well after cutting so is often used in floral displays.

Further details for
Polystichum neolobatum

Optimal Growing Conditions

Sun Exposure
  Partial Shade or
  Full Shade
Soil Type
Soil pH
  Acid
Soil Moisture
  Average or
  Moist
Care Level
  Moderate
Appearance and Characteristics

Flower Colour
Blooming Time
Foliage Color
  Deep Green
Plant Uses & Characteristics
  Containers
  Cut Flower
  Deer Resistant
Flower Head Size
Height
   40-60 cm
   16-23 inches
Spread
   60-75 cm
   23-29 inches
Foot Traffic
   None

Growth Rate
   Slow












Polystichum neolobatum


Asian Saber Fern

USDA Zone: 6-9

Plant number: 9.050.160


The Asian saber fern is reliable and beautiful. It produces glossy green and leathery fronds with spiky tips. Very upright in habit which provides an open vase-shaped plant. Although evergreen, it is best to cut the fronds back in late February or March, before the new fronds emerge. Holds up well after cutting so is often used in floral displays.

Further details for
Polystichum neolobatum

Optimal Growing Conditions

Sun Exposure
  Partial Shade or
  Full Shade
Soil Type
Soil pH
  Acid
Soil Moisture
  Average or
  Moist
Care Level
  Moderate
Appearance and Characteristics

Flower Colour
Blooming Time
Foliage Color
  Deep Green
Plant Uses & Characteristics
  Containers
  Cut Flower
  Deer Resistant
Flower Head Size
Height
   40-60 cm
   16-23 inches
Spread
   60-75 cm
   23-29 inches
Foot Traffic
   None

Growth Rate
   Slow