Polystichum makinoi 2a having killed many clones in

having killed many clones in our extensive trials

dark green leaves emerge with a wonderful mottled rose-purple pattern in spring

with dozens of 1"

but not before producing large

Sarcococca x confusa thrives in both acidic and alkaline soils and

Polystichum makinoi 2a having killed many clones inPolystichum makinoi is one of those ferns that truly has it all. Okay it doesn't have petunia like flowers or gardenia like fragrance, but geez it's a fern. What Polystichum makinoi does have is deer resistance, an elegant beauty, and an ability to thrive in shade. Native to forested mountains in China and surrounding countries, Polystichum makinoi forms a vigorous, easy to grow, 2' tall x 2' wide, dark green, lacy, evergreen clump. The late Dr. John