Polystichum neolobatum (Asian saber fern)

Cultivation

Best in moist, acid soil in partial or full shade. Fronds may scorch in sun. Drought tolerant once established. Use as a specimen or in groups planted fairly close together. Cut fronds are suitable for use in floral arrangements.

Suggested uses

Ground Cover, Architectural, Flower Arranging, Beds and borders, Cottage/Informal, City, Low Maintenance, Underplanting, Woodland, Foliage only, Planted in groups

UK hardiness

H7

USDA zones

Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8

Sunset zone

5, 6, 7, 14, 15, 16, 17

WUCOLS

North-Central Coastal = Unknown
Central Valley = Unknown
South Coastal = Unknown
South Inland = Unknown
High and Intermediate Desert = Unknown
Low Desert = Unknown

Foliage

Evergreen

Habit

Upright, Clump-forming, Arching

Native to

Japan, China, Himalayas, Tibet, Taiwan, Nepal

Drought tolerant

No

Flood tolerant

No

Toxicity

Not toxic