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    Dryopteris x complexa

    Robust Male Fern

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    Item #: 1289

    Zones: 4a to 8b

    Dormancy: Evergreen

    Height: 24" tall

    Culture: Part Sun to Shade

    Origin: Europe, United States

    Pot Size: 3.5" pot (24 fl. oz/0.7 L)


    (aka: D. filix mas 'Undulata Robusta', D. x tavelii) Perfect as a companion to the robust female fern, this naturally occurring hybrid (D. affinis x filix-mas) is native both in Europe and the US. This vigorous clumper makes a 3' wide semi-deciduous mound that is quite drought tolerant once established. In the woodland garden, the moderately lacy texture of the robust male fern can be used as a superb background to hostas.