Ferns

Matteuccia struthiopteris 'The King' (Ostrich Fern)

Matteuccia struthiopteris 'The King'

Also known as Ostrich Fern

$8.50

Size

SunPart shade to full shade
💧WaterModerate
🌡Zones2-8
🦌DeerResistant
🌊CoastalSuitable

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About This Plant

Matteuccia struthiopteris 'The King' (Ostrich Fern), 'The King', is valued in PNW gardens for its character and seasonal interest.

An ornamental fern , graceful fronded foliage for shaded woodland gardens. Many are PNW natives or near-natives.

Part shade to full shade suits this plant. Plant in moist, well-drained, humus-rich soil. Hardy USDA Zone varies. Provide consistent moisture and humus-rich soil. Most resent direct hot sun and dry conditions.

For Pacific Northwest native alternatives, browse our PNW Natives collection , Mahonia aquifolium, Aquilegia formosa, Tellima grandiflora, and many more support local pollinators and wildlife.

Plant Details

Botanical
Matteuccia struthiopteris 'The King'
Common name
Ostrich Fern
Mature size
5-7 feet tall × 3-4 feet wide
Growth rate
Fast
Bloom time
n/a
Foliage color
Green

Care Notes

Site according to its sun and water needs. Mulch to retain moisture. Prune as needed for shape.

Garden Attributes

  • Pacific NW native
  • Deer resistant
  • Coastal suitable
  • Grown organically
  • Wildlife: Bird habitat
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