King Ostrich Fern
Matteuccia struthiopteris
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:
3-5′
Spread
2′
Exposure
Part Shade to Full Shade
Zone
3-7
Information from Monrovia®