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Ostrich Fern |Spotswood Greenery

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Ostrich Fern |Spotswood Greenery

Ostrich Fern

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Huge, plume-like fronds unfurl to create a prehistoric, architectural look in shady areas. This edible fern (fiddleheads) spreads by runners to form a lush, tall colony.

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Size at Maturity

Height 4'- 6' Spread 3'- 4'

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Growing Zone

USDA Hardiness Zones 3-7

Lowest Temperatures -40°F to -30°F

Light Requirements

Part shade - 4 to 6 hours of direct sun per day, mostly before midday

Native Range

AK, CT, IA, IL, IN, MA, MD, ME, MI, MN, MO, ND, NH, NJ, NY, OH, PA, RI, SD, VA, VT, WI, WV

Special Conditions

  • Deer Resistant
  • Wet Soil

Seasons of Interest

  • Spring
  • Summer
  • Fall

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Planting and Care Guide

Planting Tips

Plant in moist to wet, humus-rich soil. Space 3–4 feet apart- this is a large, spreading fern that needs room to develop. Water thoroughly after planting and mulch generously to retain moisture.

Care Tips

Water consistently and generously- ostrich fern naturally grows along stream banks and in moist woodland settings and thrives with reliable moisture. It spreads by underground runners to form a large colony over time; divide in spring to control spread or propagate. Remove old or tattered fronds in early spring before the new fiddleheads emerge- the emerging fiddleheads are a beautiful seasonal spectacle. No fertilization is generally needed in organically enriched soil. Largely pest-free.

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