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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
Further Reading....
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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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Height90cm (36in)
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Spread90cm (36in)
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FernErect rhizome.
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Hardy - cold winterHardy 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)
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Partial shadeSheltered site.
HARDY FERNS Dryopteris affinis 'Cristata the King'
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Additional FeaturesGood to knowThe most handsome of the selected cultivars.Pests & DiseasesNonePlace of originEurope to Himalayas
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HardinessFully hardy
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Soil ConditionsFertile moist well-drained soilHumus- rich.
Ferns - Care Guide
- Growing & Caring for Ferns
- ADIANTUM Ferns
- ASPLENIUM Ferns
- ATHRIUM Ferns
- BLECHNUM Ferns
- DRYOPTERIS Ferns
- MATTEUCCIA Ferns
- OSMUNDA Ferns
- POLYSTICHUM Ferns
- Tidying Deciduous Ferns for Winter
- Caring for ferns - Video Tip ondemand_video
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- How do ferns reproduce - Video Tip ondemand_video
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