The King Crested Fern
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| Plant Information | |
| Common Name | The King Crested Fern |
| Botanical Name | Dryopteris affinis Cristata |
| Description | |
| Plant Type | Perennial |
| Mature Height | 3 to 4 ft |
| Mature Width | 3 to 4 ft |
| Growth Habit | Upright |
| Bloom Color | Non-Flowering |
| Bloom Interest | Insignificant |
| Seasonal Interest | Summer |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Foliage Type | Simple |
| Fall Color | Yellow |
| Attributes | Clay Soil, Rabbit Resistant |
| Attracts Butterflies | No |
| Attracts Birds | No |
| Care | |
| Sun Exposure | Shade |
| USDA Hardiness Zone | 5 to 8 |
| Zoned for KC Region | Yes |
| Water Preference | Moist,Well-drained |
| Maintenance Level | Low |
| Cost | Moderate |
| Watering Notes | Water weekly and do not allow the soil to dry. Mulch helps to keep soil damp. |
| Fertilize Notes | Plant with organic matter and once established, ferns do not require additional fertilizer. They do benefit from leaf litter and compost mulch. |
| Prune Notes | Cut back fronds as they die out in hot summers. |