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Matteuccia struthiopteris 'The King' /Jumbo Ostrich Fern
Lush summer foliage
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Scientific Name:
Matteuccia struthiopteris 'The King'
Common Name:
Jumbo Ostrich Fern
Leaf Type:
Broadleaf
Hardiness Zone:
3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8
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Height:
5-8 feet
Spread:
3 -5 feet
Light Exposure:
Part Sun, Filtered Shade, Shade
Drainage:
Well drained, Moist
Rate of Growth:
Moderate
Water Requirement:
Medium
Maintenance Level:
Low
Susceptible to insects
and diseases:
No
Comments:
One of the largest fern for growing in the landscape. Both beauty and depth are added to the landscape by the huge plume-like fronds of this fern. This more heat tolerant fern is easy to grow and the fiddleheads are edible when cooked.