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Dryopteris filix-mas 'Crispatissima'

Also Known As

  • Crispatissima Male Fern
  • Dwarf Crinkle Male Fern

Plant type

fern

size

  • H: 12"-15"
  • W: 12"-15"

planting zones

  • 5a-8b

Dryopteris filix-mas 'Crispatissima' plant details

Dryopteris filix-mas 'Crispatissima' is a deciduous fern with green foliage. Grows well with dappled shade - shade and regular water. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average, clay, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Dryopteris filix-mas 'Crispatissima'

Plant type: fern
Plant family: dryopteridaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 12 IN - 15 IN - wide, 12 IN - 15 IN - tall
Uses: container plant, rock garden, woodland garden, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Dryopteris filix-mas 'Crispatissima'

USDA Zones: 5a - 8b
Sun exposure: dappled shade - shade
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: deer and rabbit, verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, clay, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This exquisite 12-15" dwarf developed by the renowned Reginald Kaye has narrow upright blades that are crisped and criss-crossed; it?s somewhat fragile, so plant where you can enjoy it without stepping on it. PSh/M
Upright, very curled & crumpled bushy dwarf fern w/ pinnae margins twisted & scrunched; Excellent specimen fern. Plant in partial sun to full shade & well drained soil. Zones 4 to 8. Height: 12" tall. Semi- Evergreen

Gardening facts about Dryopteris filix-mas 'Crispatissima' plant

How to Grow Dryopteris filix-mas 'Crispatissima'

  • Sun Exposure

    • dappled shade - shade
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • clay
    • adaptable
    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Wildlife

    • deer resistant
    • rabbit resistant
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
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