Is it deer resistant?

Yes

Appalachian Polypody is deer resistant.

Polypodium appalachianum

Deer: Rarely
Height: 12 in (31 cm)
Spread: 12 in (31 cm)
Zones: 3–9
Light: Full sun

Fern
Perennial

Appalachian Polypody (Polypodium appalachianum)

Photo: Alex Abair · CC BY 4.0

Also called Appalachian Rockcap Fern

More details

Light: Full sun, Shade
Type: Fern, Perennial
Maintenance: Low
Features: Native
Best uses: Slope, Woodland

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