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Matteuccia struthiopteris
{50 Bare Root plants}

Ostrich Fern (Fiddlehead Fern, Garden Fern, Hardy Fern, Shuttlecock Fern)
Synonyms: Matteuccia pensylvanica, Matteuccia pennsylvanica, Pteris nodulosa, Struthiopteris filicastrum, Struthiopteris pensylvanica, Struthiopteris pennsylvanica, Osmunda struthiopteris.

Ostrich ferns feature erect divided and lance-shaped fronds that arch gracefully outwards into a symmetric clump. They are dramatic for foliage backdrops, foundation and boundary plantings, naturalizing and fresh arrangements.

It grows from a completely vertical crown but sends out lateral stolons to form new crowns. It thus can form dense colonies resistant to destruction by floodwaters.

Ostrich ferns require moist soil, especially in hot, dry climates (the more moisture, the larger the plant). It does best if planted in partial shade, in a deep loamy mix enriched with plenty of organic matter but can also grow in heavy clay soil. Mulch lightly with leaves around the slightly exposed crown, and in no time, a beautiful fern thicket will be sprouting lush growth.

It is winter dormant, growth rate is moderate. However, under good conditions it tends to spread aggressively by stout rhizomes. The edible tightly wound immature frond (called fiddleheads) appearing in spring are a delicacy and - as the state vegetable of Vermont - are considered a delicacy.

Reproduces by spores and vegetatively by rhizomes; Fertile fronds produced after vegetative fronds and persist throughout the following winter. Spores shed mid-winter. Easy to grow, low maintenance, can take quite a bit of sun. Mature height 36"-72", spacing: 24"-36". After spring these are shipped cut back to about 8" tall for shipment.

Note: bare root ferns require considerably more time to become established and begin growth. Often there will be little or no growth the first season, with full growth rate beginning the second season. Get this fern in soil if you want significant growth the first season.

Part sun Shade

Zones: 2-10

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We do not recommend shipping this fern in bare root form - the pint version is OK - during the heat of summer (June 15 - September 15). Although our shipments are expedited (3 days at most), the bare root form of this plant tends to suffer more than average plants when shipped during this period.
ANY ORDERS PLACED FOR THIS ITEM BETWEEN JUNE 15 AND SEPTEMBER 15 ARE AT YOUR RISK - WE WILL NOT BE RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY DAMAGE TO THIS ITEM DURING SHIPMENT.

$218.50 for 1 pack of 50 plants ($4.37 per plant)
5-19 packs - $208.50 per pack ($4.17 per plant)

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Athyrium niponicum 'Pictum'
{24 Pots - 3 1/2 in.}

(Japanese Painted Fern, goeringianum) A beautiful, low-maintenance, easy to grow, and showy fern. Emerging fronds are metallic pewter with a reddish/bluish blush, burgundy stems. 12-16" tall.

$136.08 for 1 pack of 24 plants ($5.67 per plant)
10-41 packs - $128.88 per pack ($5.37 per plant)

Athyrium niponicum 'Pictum'<br>{24 Pots - 3 1/2 in.}

Dryopteris erythrosora
{24 Pots - 3 1/2 in.}

(Japanese Shield/Wood Fern, Autumn Fern) Fronds emerge a bold copper-burgundy, turning green with maturity. This dwarf (18-24" tall) fern is excellent for borders and mass plantings.

$136.08 for 1 pack of 24 plants ($5.67 per plant)
10-41 packs - $128.88 per pack ($5.37 per plant)
Temporarily out of stock.
Expected 07/15/12

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Dryopteris erythrosora<br>{24 Pots - 3 1/2 in.}

Dryopteris ludoviciana
{24 Pots - 3 1/2 in.}

(Southern/Florida Shield/Wood Fern, Florida Shield Fern) The tall upright growth habit and shiny/leathery dark green fronds makes a striking specimen. The fronds are 30-48" tall and 12" wide.

$136.08 for 1 pack of 24 plants ($5.67 per plant)
10-41 packs - $128.88 per pack ($5.37 per plant)

Dryopteris ludoviciana<br>{24 Pots - 3 1/2 in.}

Matteuccia struthiopteris
{24 Pots - 3 1/2 in.}

Ostrich (Fiddlehead/Garden/Hardy/Shuttlecock) Fern - erect fronds arch gracefully outwards into a symmetric clump. Dramatic for foliage backdrops, foundation and boundary plantings. 36-72" tall.

$148.08 for 1 pack of 24 plants ($6.17 per plant)
10-41 packs - $143.28 per pack ($5.97 per plant)

Matteuccia struthiopteris<br>{24 Pots - 3 1/2 in.}

Osmunda cinnamomea
{24 Pots - 3 1/2 in.}

(Cinnamon Fern) "Fiddleheads" emerge from the center of a symmetric clump and unfurl into large erect fronds which fade to yellow in autumn, later turning golden brown. Mature height 30-60".

$136.08 for 1 pack of 24 plants ($5.67 per plant)
10-41 packs - $128.88 per pack ($5.37 per plant)
Temporarily out of stock.
Expected 09/15/12

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Osmunda cinnamomea<br>{24 Pots - 3 1/2 in.}

Osmunda cinnamomea
{50 Bare Root plants}

(Cinnamon Fern) "Fiddleheads" emerge from the center of a symmetric clump and unfurl into large erect fronds which fade to yellow in autumn, later turning golden brown. Mature height 30-60".

$133.50 for 1 pack of 50 plants ($2.67 per plant)
5-19 packs - $123.50 per pack ($2.47 per plant)

Osmunda cinnamomea<br>{50 Bare Root plants}

Osmunda regalis
{24 Pots - 3 1/2 in.}

(Royal Fern) The most spectacular North American fern. Its large size and the distinctly different sterile and fertile parts make this fern an ideal accent plant for landscaping. 24"-60" tall.

$136.08 for 1 pack of 24 plants ($5.67 per plant)
10-41 packs - $128.88 per pack ($5.37 per plant)

Osmunda regalis<br>{24 Pots - 3 1/2 in.}

Osmunda regalis
{50 Bare Root plants}

(Royal Fern) The most spectacular North American fern. Its large size and the distinctly different sterile and fertile parts make this fern an ideal accent plant for landscaping. 24"-60" tall.

$133.50 for 1 pack of 50 plants ($2.67 per plant)
5-19 packs - $123.50 per pack ($2.47 per plant)

Osmunda regalis<br>{50 Bare Root plants}

Polystichum acrostichoides
{24 Pots - 3 1/2 in.}

(Christmas Fern, Dagger Fern) Evergreen fronds are leathery and divided with holly-like leaflets. Excellent for erosion control, borders, edging and along foundations or walls. 12-24" tall.

$136.08 for 1 pack of 24 plants ($5.67 per plant)
10-41 packs - $128.88 per pack ($5.37 per plant)
Temporarily out of stock.
Expected 06/15/12

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Polystichum acrostichoides<br>{24 Pots - 3 1/2 in.}

Polystichum acrostichoides
{50 Bare Root plants}

(Christmas Fern, Dagger Fern) Evergreen fronds are leathery and divided with holly-like leaflets. Excellent for erosion control, borders, edging and along foundations or walls. 12-24" tall.

$133.50 for 1 pack of 50 plants ($2.67 per plant)
5-19 packs - $123.50 per pack ($2.47 per plant)