Dryopteris filix-mas (Male Fern)

Polystichum acrostichoides
(Christmas Fern)

A reliable evergreen fern with rich, dark green fronds that provide year-round texture and color. Its sturdy foliage makes an excellent backdrop for smaller shade plants and is often used in floral arrangements. Thrives in partial to full shade and prefers moist, well-drained soils.

Light: Part to full shade
Height: 1–2'
Zone: 3–8
Features: Evergreen foliage, excellent for shade gardens, great for cut arrangements