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The King Ostrich Fern
Matteuccia struthiopteris 'The King'
Pronunciation: mat-TEW-shee-uh struth-ee-OH-ter-is
SKU #40480
LIGHT:
Filtered sun, Full shade, Partial shade
WATER:
Keep soil moist, but not soggy.
SIZE:
Foliage clumps reach 4 to 7 ft. tall, 3 to 5 ft. wide; slowly spreads.
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| Description | Large, graceful fronds that resemble ostrich plumes. An excellent fern for woodland gardens and damp areas such as edging around a pond. Thrives in the hot, humid South where normal Ostrich Ferns fear to tread. Spreads slowly by underground rhizomes. An herbaceous perennial. |
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| Bloom Time | Prized for foliage. |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Herbaceous |
| Special Features | Easy Care |
| Problems/Solutions | Deer Resistant, Erosion Control, Rabbit Resistant, Very Wet Areas |
| Growth Rate | Slow |
| Landscape Use | Border |
| Foliage Color | Light Green |
| Companion Plants | Hosta (Hosta); Lungwort (Pulmonaria); Coral Bells (Heuchera); Bleeding Heart (Dicentra); Ligularia (Ligularia) |
| Care Instructions | Provide organically rich, moist, well-drained soil. Water deeply and regularly during the first growing season to establish an extensive root system; once established maintain evenly moist soil. Apply a general purpose fertilizer frequently during the growing season. Cut back old fronds after new growth begins in spring. |
Details
| Description | Large, graceful fronds that resemble ostrich plumes. An excellent fern for woodland gardens and damp areas such as edging around a pond. Thrives in the hot, humid South where normal Ostrich Ferns fear to tread. Spreads slowly by underground rhizomes. An herbaceous perennial. |
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| Bloom Time | Prized for foliage. |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Herbaceous |
| Special Features | Easy Care |
| Problems/Solutions | Deer Resistant, Erosion Control, Rabbit Resistant, Very Wet Areas |
| Growth Rate | Slow |
Style
| Landscape Use | Border |
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| Foliage Color | Light Green |
| Companion Plants | Hosta (Hosta); Lungwort (Pulmonaria); Coral Bells (Heuchera); Bleeding Heart (Dicentra); Ligularia (Ligularia) |
Care
| Care Instructions | Provide organically rich, moist, well-drained soil. Water deeply and regularly during the first growing season to establish an extensive root system; once established maintain evenly moist soil. Apply a general purpose fertilizer frequently during the growing season. Cut back old fronds after new growth begins in spring. |
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Frequently asked questions
Does The King Ostrich Fern produce flowers?
Prized for foliage.
Is The King Ostrich Fern evergreen or deciduous?
The King Ostrich Fern is Herbaceous.
What are the special features of The King Ostrich Fern?
The King Ostrich Fern is Easy Care.
Is The King Ostrich Fern resistant to pests or animals?
Deer Resistant, Erosion Control, Rabbit Resistant, Very Wet Areas
How fast does The King Ostrich Fern grow?
The King Ostrich Fern has a Slow growth rate.
Where can I use The King Ostrich Fern in my landscape?
The King Ostrich Fern is suitable for: Border.
What color is the foliage of The King Ostrich Fern?
The King Ostrich Fern has Light Green foliage.
What plants grow well with The King Ostrich Fern?
Good companion plants for The King Ostrich Fern include: Hosta (Hosta); Lungwort (Pulmonaria); Coral Bells (Heuchera); Bleeding Heart (Dicentra); Ligularia (Ligularia).
How do I care for The King Ostrich Fern?
Provide organically rich, moist, well-drained soil. Water deeply and regularly during the first growing season to establish an extensive root system; once established maintain evenly moist soil. Apply a general purpose fertilizer frequently during the growing season. Cut back old fronds after new growth begins in spring.
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We have been pioneers and craftsmen in the art of growing plants for nearly 100 years. Since our founding in Southern California by Harry E. Rosedale, Sr. in 1926, we have been absolutely dedicated and obsessed with quality.