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    Dryopteris filix-mas 'Grandiceps Wills'

    Also Known As

    • Dryopteris filix-mas 'Grandiceps'
    • Crested Male Fern

    Plant type

    fern

    size

    • H: 2'-3'
    • W: 2'-3'

    planting zones

    • 4a-8b

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    Dryopteris filix-mas 'Grandiceps Wills' plant details

    Dryopteris filix-mas 'Grandiceps Wills' is a semi-evergreen fern with green foliage. Grows well with mostly sun - shade and even moisture water. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Dryopteris filix-mas 'Grandiceps Wills'

    Plant type: fern
    Plant family: dryopteridaceae
    Foliage: semi-evergreen green
    Mature size: 2 FT - 3 FT - wide, 2 FT - 3 FT - tall
    Uses: container plant, woodland garden, year round interest

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Dryopteris filix-mas 'Grandiceps Wills'

    USDA Zones: 4a - 8b
    Sun exposure: mostly sun - shade
    Watering frequency: even moisture
    Resistant to: deer and rabbit, verticillium wilt
    Soil needs: average and well-drained

    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    Statuesque, with 3-4' fronds, the pinnae of this strong grower are finely crested giving an added dimension; lovely in a woodland setting, it also quite sun tolerant. PSh/M

    By: Forestfarm

    Robust, very narrow lance shaped fronds with crested pinnae as well as terminal crests. Plant in partial sun to full shade & well drained soil. Size: 3 x 3 feet. Zones 4 to 8. Semi-Evergreen.

    By: Sebright Gardens

    Gardening facts about Dryopteris filix-mas 'Grandiceps Wills' plant

    How to Grow Dryopteris filix-mas 'Grandiceps Wills'

    • Sun Exposure

      • mostly sun - shade

    • Water Needs

      • even moisture

    • Soil Needs

      • average
      • well-drained

    • Special Situation

      • verticillium wilt resistant

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • green

    • Wildlife

      • deer resistant
      • rabbit resistant

    • Foliage Season

      • semi-evergreen

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