Crested Surf Fern

Light Needs

Full Shade to Part Shade

(0-4 Hours Direct Sun)

Mature Height

20-22 Inches

Mature Spread

28-30 Inches

Growing Zones

3 to 8

Ferns are a superb choice for shade and partial shade gardens. Crested Surf Fern resembles Japanese Painted Ferns but with double-crested frond tips. Ferns are grown for their intricately textured foliage. This medium height, dark green perennial fern is hardy in zones 3 through 8. It will grow to between 20 and 22 inches tall with a 28- to 30-inch spread with an upright habit.

Crested Surf Fern is rabbit resistant and has average watering requirements It will have the best coloration when grown in light to partial shade conditions. Add this fern to mass plantings and border, perennial, or mixed gardens. It can also be used in the thriller role in container gardens. The fronds look great in floral arrangements.

Crested Surf Fern Care

This easy to grow plant can be grown at any soil fertility level from poor to great. The soil Ph level can be either acidic or neutral. The soil does need to remain moist and not dry out, but should be able to drain. Pick a location that is somewhat protected from strong winds.

Don’t cut back old fronds in the fall. Cut them back when new spring fronds are 6 inches tall. No need to fertilize, but you can add compost and other organic matter to the soil to help the plants grow. We also recommend applying a layer of mulch around the plants to help protect the roots and help keep the soil moist.

Crested Surf Fern Spacing

Space individual fern plants 28 to 30 inches apart. They will fill in to create a lovely garden setting.

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