Cyrtomium macrophyllum Ampelaster topping out at 3' tall

topping out at 3' tall

In early-to-mid May in NC

it's never invasive

000' elevation in Los Lirios

it is very tolerant of drought once established

Cyrtomium macrophyllum Ampelaster topping out at 3' tallCyrtomium macrophyllum is a little grown holly fern with a wide range from India to Southeastern China that can be found at elevations from 2,500' 8,000'. Large leaf holly fern adds a whole different texture to the woodland garden. The bold textured fronds arch outward to make a 2' tall x 2' wide clump that is semi evergreen in most winters. Semi evergreen means that it still has leaves in spring, but they look so rough that you'll probably want to