Crested Male Fern
Dryopteris affinis 'Cristata'
Dryopteridaceae
Growth habit
Fern
Perennation
Perennial
Location
Comstock Knoll and Rhododendron Collection
Source of plant
Hortico Inc.
Description
Gracefully arching fronds reach 2'-4' in height and 6" in width. The pinnae tips are tightly crested and the fronds bear a large terminal crest. This selection is also sold under the name D. affinis 'The King.'
USDA Hardiness Zone
4
Special characteristics
foliage characteristics