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