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Crested Surf Fern

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Light Needs

Light Needs

Full Shade to Partial Shade
(0 - 4 Hours Of Direct Sunlight)
Mature Height

Mature Height

20-22 Inches
Mature Spread

Mature Spread

28-30 Inches
Growing Zones

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.

Crested Surf Fern Information

USDA Hardiness Zones: 3-8
Plant Type: Perennial
Sunlight Exposure: Full Shade to Partial Shade
Mature Height: 20 - 22 Inches
Mature Width: 28 - 30 Inches
Plant Spacing: 28 - 30 Inches
Growth Habit: Upright
Flower Color(s): None
Seasonal Interest: Grown for Foliage
Foliage Type: Semi-Evergreen
Foliage Color(s): Dark Green
Resists: Rabbits
Features: Foliage Interest
Uses: Border Plant, Container, Landscape, Groundcover, Mass Planting
Plant Brand: Proven Winners
Botanical/Scientific Name: Athyrium niponicum USPPAF, Can PBRAF
SKU: ATHCS
Container Sizes

Please Note: The pictures below are to give a general representation of the different container sizes. The actual size/ages of plants are estimates and will vary based on type of plant, time of year, last pruning & many other factors.

Quart Pot
Quart Pot

Also Known As:
Quart

Plant Age:
~ 6 months - 1 year

Plant Size:
~ 4"-8"

Pot Size:
~ 4.75"H x 4.5"W

Volume:
1.50 quarts

2.5 Quart
2.5 Quart

Also Known As:
2.5 Quart Pot

Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old

Plant Size:
~ 8"-12"

Pot Size:
~ 6.5"H x 6.5"W

Volume:
2.20-2.30 quarts

#1 Pot
#1 Pot

Also Known As:
#1 Container
1 Gallon

Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old

Plant Size:
~ 10"-14"

Pot Size:
~ 7"H x 7.75"W

Volume:
2.26-3.73 quarts

#2 Pot
#2 Pot

Also Known As:
#2 Container
2 Gallon

Plant Age:
~ 1.5 - 3 years old

Plant Size:
~ 12"-18"

Pot Size:
~ 9.5"H x 9.5"W

Volume:
1.19-1.76 gallons

#3 Pot
#3 Pot

Also Known As:
#3 Container
3 Gallon

Plant Age:
~ 2 - 4 years old

Plant Size:
~ 12"-30"

Pot Size:
~9.5"H x 11"W

Volume:
2.32-2.76 gallons

#5 Pot
#5 Pot

Also Known As:
#5 Container
5 Gallon

Plant Age:
~3-4 years old

Plant Size:
~ 20" - 60"

Pot Size:
~11" H x 10 1/2” W

Volume:
3.5 - 4 gallons

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