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Dryopteris affinis 'Congesta Cristata'

Also Known As

  • Dryopteris affinis crispa cristata
  • Male Fern

Plant type

fern

size

  • H: 6"-12"
  • W: 6"-18"

planting zones

  • 4a-9b

Dryopteris affinis 'Congesta Cristata' plant details

Dryopteris affinis 'Congesta Cristata' is a semi-evergreen fern with green foliage. Grows well with bright shade - shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Dryopteris affinis 'Congesta Cristata'

Plant type: fern
Plant family: dryopteridaceae
Foliage: semi-evergreen green
Mature size: 6 IN - 18 IN - wide, 6 IN - 12 IN - tall
Uses: container plant, woodland garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Dryopteris affinis 'Congesta Cristata'

USDA Zones: 4a - 9b
Sun exposure: bright shade - shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: deer and rabbit, verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This dwarf fern can get up to one foot. The evergreen foliage is tightly congested and makes a good front of the border plant.

Gardening facts about Dryopteris affinis 'Congesta Cristata' plant

How to Grow Dryopteris affinis 'Congesta Cristata'

  • Sun Exposure

    • bright shade - shade
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Wildlife

    • deer resistant
    • rabbit resistant
  • Foliage Season

    • semi-evergreen
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