Polystichum makinoi (Makino's Shield Fern)

Light ShadeZone: 5-8 24" tall Origin: China, India

Native to forested mountains in China and surrounding countries, Polystichum makinoi is an attractive evergreen clumper. This vigorous grower forms a 2' tall x 2' wide compact rosette of dark, glossy green deer-resistant fronds. John Mickel, author of Ferns for American Gardens, writes, "This is one of my favorite holly ferns." Pot size: 24 fl. oz (709.77 ml)