The King Ostrich Fern

Matteuccia struthiopteris ‘The King’

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.

Height:  4-7′
Width:  3-5′
Light:  Filtered sun, full shade, partial shade
Zone:  3-7

Information courtesy of Monrovia Nursery