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