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Dryopteris filix-mas Crispa


Dwarf Crinkled Male Fern

USDA Zone: 4-9

Plant number: 9.030.290


(=‘Crispatissima’) Male Ferns are among the easiest ferns to grow in the garden, preferring moist woodland conditions. This selection has triangular green fronds with crimped and ruffled edges. Because of its compact habit, this is useful in the rock garden or mixed containers, as well as in the garden. Well-behaved and not invasive. Old foliage should be cut to the ground in late winter. Deciduous.

Further details for
Dryopteris filix-mas Crispa

Optimal Growing Conditions

Sun Exposure
  Partial Shade or
  Full Shade
Soil Type
  Clay
Soil pH
  Neutral or
  Alkaline or
  Acid
Soil Moisture
  Average or
  Moist
Care Level
  Easy
Appearance and Characteristics

Flower Colour
Blooming Time
Foliage Color
  Deep Green
Plant Uses & Characteristics
  Accent: Good Texture/Form
  Alpine & Rock
  Border
  Containers
  Deer Resistant
  Edging
  Rabbit Resistant
  Woodland
Flower Head Size
Height
   30-35 cm
   12-14 inches
Spread
   35-40 cm
   14-16 inches
Foot Traffic
   None

Growth Rate
   Medium












Dryopteris filix-mas Crispa


Dwarf Crinkled Male Fern

USDA Zone: 4-9

Plant number: 9.030.290


(=‘Crispatissima’) Male Ferns are among the easiest ferns to grow in the garden, preferring moist woodland conditions. This selection has triangular green fronds with crimped and ruffled edges. Because of its compact habit, this is useful in the rock garden or mixed containers, as well as in the garden. Well-behaved and not invasive. Old foliage should be cut to the ground in late winter. Deciduous.

Further details for
Dryopteris filix-mas Crispa

Optimal Growing Conditions

Sun Exposure
  Partial Shade or
  Full Shade
Soil Type
  Clay
Soil pH
  Neutral or
  Alkaline or
  Acid
Soil Moisture
  Average or
  Moist
Care Level
  Easy
Appearance and Characteristics

Flower Colour
Blooming Time
Foliage Color
  Deep Green
Plant Uses & Characteristics
  Accent: Good Texture/Form
  Alpine & Rock
  Border
  Containers
  Deer Resistant
  Edging
  Rabbit Resistant
  Woodland
Flower Head Size
Height
   30-35 cm
   12-14 inches
Spread
   35-40 cm
   14-16 inches
Foot Traffic
   None

Growth Rate
   Medium