Athyrium felix-femina 'Dre's Dagger'

Victorian Lady Fern, Dres Dagger Crested lady fern

Athyrium filix-femina 'Cruciato-Cristatum'

Deciduous Fern

Athyrium felix-femina Dre’s Dagger, also known as ‘Crucio Cristata,’ is a captivating variety of Lady’s Fern. It has a compact growth habit, reaching a maximum height of 18 inches, and features light green crested fronds. The pinnae on each frond create an intriguing criss-cross branching pattern. To ensure the well-being of Ladyferns, provide them with moist, fertile, and well-drained soil. This fern is an excellent and unique choice for cutting green arrangements, and it adds a touch of elegance to shade gardens.

Growing Conditions

Zone: 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9

Exposure: Part Sun, Full Shade, Part Shade, Filtered Sun, Morning Sun, Open Shade

Water Needs: Regular / Even

Soil: Rich, Well-drained

Description

Size: 18" - 30" tall x 18" - 30" wide
Shape / Form: Vase, Clumping, Mounding
Foliage Texture: Fine
Foliage Quality: Fine

Features: Attractive Foliage, Low Maintenance

Foliage Color: Green




Uses and Applications

Landscape Uses: Beds and Borders, Edging, Groundcover, Mixed Border, Small Gardens
Special Situations: Courtyard / Urban Garden, Deep Shade, Deer Resistant, Once-a-Year Maintenance, Rabbit Resistant
Wildlife: Deer Resistant, Rabbit Resistant

More Design Considerations

Season of Interest: Spring, Summer, Fall, Three Seasons of Interest
Position / Role: mid-plane filler

Care and Maintenance

Maintenance Level: low
Maintenance Tasks: Cut Back to Rejuvenate

Suitable Substitutes

Perfect Partners

Hosta 'June' | June Plantain Lily