HARDY FERNS Dryopteris affinis 'Cristata the King'
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HARDY FERNS Dryopteris affinis 'Cristata the King'
Commonly known as Golden male fern
Large crests on the pinnae and on the end of each frond
£14.50 each
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Full Plant Details - Sun/Soil & other attributes
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Good to know
The most handsome of the selected cultivars. -
Pests & Diseases
None -
Place of origin
Europe to Himalayas -
Semi-evergreenKeeps some of its foliage all year, and will drop some leaves as well.Arching, lance-shaped pinnate fronds 20-80cm (8-32in) long and 10-15cm (4-6in) across..
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BorderSuitable for a shaded, sheltered border
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Cottage garden
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Town garden
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Fully hardy
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Height
90cm (36in) -
Spread
90cm (36in)
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FernErect rhizome.
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Hardy - cold winter
Hardy in most places throughout the UK even in severe winters. May not withstand open/exposed sites or central/northern locations. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -15°C (5°F) -
Fertile moist well-drained soilHumus- rich.
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Partial shade
Sheltered site. -
Mature Size90cm (36in)
90cm (36in)
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