Dryopteris affinis ‘Cristata’ aka ‘The King’
Dryopteris affinis 'Cristata' aka 'The King' is a large, bold fern with crested tips.
Dryopteris affinis ‘Cristata’ aka ‘The King’ is a large, stately fern with highly ornamental fronds garnished with shaggy golden scales. The fronds are adorned with crested tips that look like little fans or fingers. Possibly hardy to zone 2.
Common Name: Male Fern
Family: Dryopteridaceae (The Wood Fern Family)
Zone Hardiness: 3-9
Light: Full Shade Part Shade
Height: 2-4'
Width: 2-3'
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Secondary Bloom Colour:
Class: Deciduous
Type: Perennial
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Soil Moisture: Average, Moist
Stem Colour: Orange
Fragrance: No
Berries:
Benefits:
Deer Resistant: Yes
BC Native: No
Native Habitat: Woodland floor at low elevations.
Award: GPP AGM
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