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The King Ostrich Fern
Matteuccia struthiopteris 'The King'
Ostrich Fern
In stock · from $16.99
One of the largest fern for growing in the landscape. Deciduous fronds emerge in mid-spring. This heat tolerant fern is easy to grow and the fiddle-heads are edible when cooked.
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Plant facts
Sizes and prices
Retail prices; trade pricing for wholesale accounts. Availability updates hourly; stock last changed 2026-10-19.
Quick answers
How big does The King Ostrich Fern get?
About 36"+ tall and 36"+ wide at maturity.
How much sun does The King Ostrich Fern need?
Full to Part Shade (<2 up to 6 hours Sun).
How much water does The King Ostrich Fern need?
Moderate water use.
Will The King Ostrich Fern grow in Utah and the Intermountain West?
It is rated hardy to USDA zone 3, so it suits sites in zone 3 or warmer, which covers most of the region. The Salt Lake Valley floor is mostly zone 7; benches, mountain valleys and high plains in Utah, Idaho, Montana, Colorado and Wyoming are colder, often zones 3–6, so check the zone for your site.
Where can I buy The King Ostrich Fern in Utah?
Progressive Plants in Copperton, Utah has it in stock, from $16.99. Homeowners can order online for pickup at the farm or local delivery; landscape contractors can have it shipped across Utah, Idaho, Montana, Colorado, Wyoming and Nevada.
Can landscape contractors buy The King Ostrich Fern wholesale?
Yes. Landscape contractors and architects with a Progressive Plants wholesale account get trade pricing, bulk ordering and shipping across Utah, Idaho, Montana, Colorado, Wyoming and Nevada on our own trucks or by freight ($1,500 minimum outside our local delivery area). Apply at progressiveplants.com/wholesaleapp.html or call 801-565-7333.