Polypodium scouleri
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LEATHERY POLYPODY FERN
Family: Polypodiaceae
GROWING GUIDE
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Geographic Origin:
British Columbia to California.
Plant Group:
Ferns.
Hardiness:
Sunset zones: 4-6, 15-17.
USDA zones: 8-10.
Mature size:
Height: 12 inches.
Width: Indefinate.
Leaf attributes:
Evergreen, glossy, pinnate, deep green fronds
Growth habit:
Often grows on trees and rocks.
Light:
Shade to partial shade.
Soil:
Humus rich soil, nurse logs, trees, rocks.
Propagation Methods:
Sow spores when ripe. | Divisions in spring or early summer.
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Rainy Side Notes
Wonderful growing on our native maples, the ones above are growing on Pinus contorta (Krummholzes) or Shore Pine.
Debra Teachout-Teashon
Photographed in author's garden.
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