Water Wise Plants

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Western Sword Fern

Perennial

3 - 5 ft. tall and 3 - 4 ft wide

Low: water every three weeks until the root ball is wet

Shade

No flowers

Western sword ferns are found in in forests throughout California and much of the west. These ferns help give shady landscapes a natural woodsy look. These plants are very tolerant of competition from tree roots. To keep them looking attractive, remove older fronds. Keep in mind that sword ferns provide forage for elk, deer, and black bears, should you wish for any of these animals in your garden.