Matteucia struthiopteris 'The King' / OSTRICH FERN
Matteucia struthiopteris 'The King', commonly known as Ostrich Fern, is a striking fern variety with large, graceful fronds that resemble the feathers of an ostrich, creating an elegant, feathery appearance in the landscape. This cultivar is known for its impressive size and vigorous growth, producing tall, arching fronds that add texture and visual interest to shaded gardens. It thrives in moist, well-drained soil and prefers cool, woodland-like environments, making it ideal for damp, shaded areas. In spring, the new fronds emerge in a vibrant, fresh green before maturing into rich, dark green as the season progresses. With its robust nature and dramatic foliage, 'The King' Ostrich Fern is an excellent choice for creating a lush, fern-filled garden or adding a bold statement to shaded landscapes.
· ORIGIN - Southeast Native cv.
· EXPOSURE PREFERENCE - shade
· FLOWER COLOR - n/a
· HEIGHT - 24-36"
· HABIT - deciduous
· MOISTURE - moist soil
· HARDINESS ZONES - 2-9
Matteucia struthiopteris 'The King', commonly known as Ostrich Fern, is a striking fern variety with large, graceful fronds that resemble the feathers of an ostrich, creating an elegant, feathery appearance in the landscape. This cultivar is known for its impressive size and vigorous growth, producing tall, arching fronds that add texture and visual interest to shaded gardens. It thrives in moist, well-drained soil and prefers cool, woodland-like environments, making it ideal for damp, shaded areas. In spring, the new fronds emerge in a vibrant, fresh green before maturing into rich, dark green as the season progresses. With its robust nature and dramatic foliage, 'The King' Ostrich Fern is an excellent choice for creating a lush, fern-filled garden or adding a bold statement to shaded landscapes.
· ORIGIN - Southeast Native cv.
· EXPOSURE PREFERENCE - shade
· FLOWER COLOR - n/a
· HEIGHT - 24-36"
· HABIT - deciduous
· MOISTURE - moist soil
· HARDINESS ZONES - 2-9
Matteucia struthiopteris 'The King', commonly known as Ostrich Fern, is a striking fern variety with large, graceful fronds that resemble the feathers of an ostrich, creating an elegant, feathery appearance in the landscape. This cultivar is known for its impressive size and vigorous growth, producing tall, arching fronds that add texture and visual interest to shaded gardens. It thrives in moist, well-drained soil and prefers cool, woodland-like environments, making it ideal for damp, shaded areas. In spring, the new fronds emerge in a vibrant, fresh green before maturing into rich, dark green as the season progresses. With its robust nature and dramatic foliage, 'The King' Ostrich Fern is an excellent choice for creating a lush, fern-filled garden or adding a bold statement to shaded landscapes.
· ORIGIN - Southeast Native cv.
· EXPOSURE PREFERENCE - shade
· FLOWER COLOR - n/a
· HEIGHT - 24-36"
· HABIT - deciduous
· MOISTURE - moist soil
· HARDINESS ZONES - 2-9
