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Ferns
Example of approximately what these plants look like when shipped. See the eighth photograph of any plant to see a photo of what it looks like when shipped.Ferns add dramatic, sweeping textures and contrasting colors to your landscape. They are effective in mass plantings, as borders and as accent plants. Our ferns thrive in part shade and full shade. Dryopteris ludoviciana (Southern Shield Fern) and Dennstaedtia punctilobula (Hay-scented Fern) even tolerate full sun throughout the range of U.S. zones (check each plant description for details).
All of our ferns are tolerant of drought, and all except Athyrium Pictum (Japanese Painted Fern) are native to the United States. Some are evergreen or semi-evergreen, most are rarely eaten by deer and Polystichum Acrostichoides (Christmas Fern) is excellent for erosion control.
How to choose? Well, after more than 40 years of experimenting with various ferns, we have compiled a selection of the easiest to grow and hardiest ferns.
All of our ferns are tolerant of drought, and all except Athyrium Pictum (Japanese Painted Fern) are native to the United States. Some are evergreen or semi-evergreen, most are rarely eaten by deer and Polystichum Acrostichoides (Christmas Fern) is excellent for erosion control.
How to choose? Well, after more than 40 years of experimenting with various ferns, we have compiled a selection of the easiest to grow and hardiest ferns.
See photographs comparing average sizes of some bare roots and potted plants
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 20% off Ferns: 25 Athyrium niponicum 'Pictum' + 25 Osmunda cinnamomea On Sale!: $334.80 Discount: 20% Save 20% on this popular package of ferns! This combination gives vivid color coverage throughout the season in zones 3/4-9. In stock. |
 20% off Shady Variegated Deer Mix #2: 50 Pachysandra terminalis 'Silver Edge', 25 Vinca major 'Variegata', 25 Athyrium niponicum 'Pictum' On Sale!: $395.60 Discount: 20% Save 20% on this combination of shade plants with dramatically striking variegated foliage that deer generally avoid. Plant in shade or part-shade in zones 6-9. In stock. |
 Athyrium filix-femina {3 1/2 in. Pots min 25}25 - 249: $8.97 each | 250 - 999: $8.47 each (Lady Fern) With stems shifting from chartreuse to red and sunny spring-green leaves feathering gracefully from a central point, Lady Fern is sought after for her decorative appearance. 12-36" tall. In stock. |
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Athyrium filix-femina {Bare Root Plants, min 10} On Sale!: $4.97 Discount: 29% (Lady Fern) With stems shifting from chartreuse to red and sunny spring-green leaves feathering gracefully from a central point, Lady Fern is sought after for her decorative appearance. 12-36" tall. In stock. |
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Athyrium filix-femina {Bare Root Plants, min 25} On Sale!: $3.97 Discount: 43% (Lady Fern) With stems shifting from chartreuse to red and sunny spring-green leaves feathering gracefully from a central point, Lady Fern is sought after for her decorative appearance. 12-36" tall. In stock. |
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Athyrium filix-femina {flat of 32 Pots - 2 1/2 in} 1 flat of 32 2.5" pots: $159.04 ($4.97 per plant) (Lady Fern) With stems shifting from chartreuse to red and sunny spring-green leaves feathering gracefully from a central point, Lady Fern is sought after for her decorative appearance. 12-36" tall. In stock. |
 Athyrium niponicum 'Pictum' {1-Gallon pot}1 - 9: $38.97 each | 10: $37.02 each (Japanese Painted Fern, goeringianum) A unique and beautiful, low-maintenance, easy to grow fern with distinctive fronds that emerge a metallic pewter with unique burgundy stems making this an unusual garden specimen. 12-16" tall. In stock. |
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Athyrium niponicum 'Pictum' {2-Gallon pot} 1 - 9: $47.47 each | 10: $45.10 each (Japanese Painted Fern, goeringianum) A unique and beautiful, low-maintenance, easy to grow fern with distinctive fronds that emerge a metallic pewter with unique burgundy stems making this an unusual garden specimen. 12-16" tall. Temporarily out of stock. Expected date unknown.Email when available |
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Athyrium niponicum 'Pictum' {3 1/2 in. Pots min 25} 25 - 249: $8.37 each | 250 - 999: $7.97 each (Japanese Painted Fern, goeringianum) A unique and beautiful, low-maintenance, easy to grow fern with distinctive fronds that emerge a metallic pewter with unique burgundy stems making this an unusual garden specimen. 12-16" tall. In stock. |
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Athyrium niponicum 'Pictum' {flat of 32 Pots - 2 1/2 in} 1 flat of 32 2.5" pots: $159.04 ($4.97 per plant) (Japanese Painted Fern, goeringianum) A unique and beautiful, low-maintenance, easy to grow fern with distinctive fronds that emerge a metallic pewter with unique burgundy stems making this an unusual garden specimen. 12-16" tall. In stock. |
 Dennstaedtia punctilobula {1-Gallon pot}1 - 9: $49.97 each | 10: $47.47 each (Hay-Scented Fern) People love this fern because it dramatically brightens shade gardens with vibrant chartreuse, medium sized foliage that emits the unique scent of fresh-cut hay when rubbed or crushed slightly. 2' tall. Temporarily out of stock. Expected date unknown.Email when available |
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Dennstaedtia punctilobula {Bare Root Plants, min 10} On Sale!: $4.97 Discount: 17% (Hay-Scented Fern) People love this fern because it dramatically brightens shade gardens with vibrant chartreuse, medium sized foliage that emits the unique scent of fresh-cut hay when rubbed or crushed slightly. 2' tall. In stock. |
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Dennstaedtia punctilobula {Bare Root Plants, min 25} On Sale!: $3.97 Discount: 34% (Hay-Scented Fern) People love this fern because it dramatically brightens shade gardens with vibrant chartreuse, medium sized foliage that emits the unique scent of fresh-cut hay when rubbed or crushed slightly. 2' tall. In stock. |
 Dryopteris erythrosora {3 1/2 in. Pots min 25}25 - 249: $8.67 each | 250 - 999: $8.37 each (Japanese Shield/Wood Fern, Autumn Fern) Fronds emerge a bold copper-burgundy, later turning green giving a vivid variety of color. Evergreen in mild climates, this dwarf fern is excellent for borders and mass plantings. 18-24" tall. In stock. |
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Dryopteris erythrosora {tray of 50 cells} 1 flat of 50 cells: $297.00 ($5.94 per plant) (Japanese Shield/Wood Fern, Autumn Fern) Fronds emerge a bold copper-burgundy, later turning green giving a vivid variety of color. Evergreen in mild climates, this dwarf fern is excellent for borders and mass plantings. 18-24" tall. In stock. |
 Dryopteris ludoviciana {3 1/2 in. Pots min 25}25 - 249: $8.67 each | 250 - 999: $8.37 each (Southern/Florida Shield/Wood Fern, Florida Shield Fern) The tall, upright growth habit and shiny/leathery dark green fronds make a striking specimen. Evergreen in southern climates, the fronds are 30-48" tall and 12" wide. In stock. |
 Homalosorus pycnocarpon {Bare Root Plants, min 10} On Sale!: $4.97 Discount: 29% (Tennessee Ostrich Fern, Glade Fern) Homalosorus pycnocarpon is a deciduous fern that grows 36-72". It thrives in deep shade, featuring delicate, arching fronds ideal for woodland gardens and shady areas. Temporarily out of stock. Expected date unknown.Email when available |
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Homalosorus pycnocarpon {Bare Root Plants, min 25} On Sale!: $3.97 Discount: 43% (Tennessee Ostrich Fern, Glade Fern) Homalosorus pycnocarpon is a deciduous fern that grows 36-72". It thrives in deep shade, featuring delicate, arching fronds ideal for woodland gardens and shady areas. Temporarily out of stock. Expected date unknown.Email when available |
 Matteuccia struthiopteris {1-Gallon pot}1 - 9: $38.97 each | 10: $37.02 each (Ostrich/Fiddlehead/Garden/Hardy/Shuttlecock Fern) Vibrant chartreuse fronds arch gracefully outward into a symmetric clump. Dramatic for foliage backdrops, foundation and boundary plantings. 36-72" tall. Temporarily out of stock. Expected date unknown.Email when available |
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Matteuccia struthiopteris {2-Gallon pot} 1 - 9: $50.47 each | 10: $47.95 each (Ostrich/Fiddlehead/Garden/Hardy/Shuttlecock Fern) Vibrant chartreuse fronds arch gracefully outward into a symmetric clump. Dramatic for foliage backdrops, foundation and boundary plantings. 36-72" tall. Temporarily out of stock. Expected date unknown.Email when available |
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Matteuccia struthiopteris {3 1/2 in. Pots min 25} 25 - 249: $9.57 each | 250 - 999: $9.17 each (Ostrich/Fiddlehead/Garden/Hardy/Shuttlecock Fern) Vibrant chartreuse fronds arch gracefully outward into a symmetric clump. Dramatic for foliage backdrops, foundation and boundary plantings. 36-72" tall. In stock. |
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Matteuccia struthiopteris {flat of 32 Pots - 2 1/2 in} 1 flat of 32 2.5" pots: $191.04 ($5.97 per plant) (Ostrich/Fiddlehead/Garden/Hardy/Shuttlecock Fern) Vibrant chartreuse fronds arch gracefully outward into a symmetric clump. Dramatic for foliage backdrops, foundation and boundary plantings. 36-72" tall. In stock. |
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Matteuccia struthiopteris {tray of 50 cells} 1 flat of 50 cells: $297.00 ($5.94 per plant) (Ostrich/Fiddlehead/Garden/Hardy/Shuttlecock Fern) Vibrant chartreuse fronds arch gracefully outward into a symmetric clump. Dramatic for foliage backdrops, foundation and boundary plantings. 36-72" tall. Temporarily out of stock. Expected 02/23/26.Email when available |
 Osmunda cinnamomea {Bare Root Plants, min 10} On Sale!: $5.97 Discount: 33% (Cinnamon Fern) Splendid peridot green with fronds that shift from yellow to bronze-cinnamon, this hardy, highly versatile, moisture loving fern is famous for the spicy colors of her fronds. Mature height 30-60". In stock. |
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Osmunda cinnamomea {Bare Root Plants, min 25} On Sale!: $4.97 Discount: 41% (Cinnamon Fern) Splendid peridot green with fronds that shift from yellow to bronze-cinnamon, this hardy, highly versatile, moisture loving fern is famous for the spicy colors of her fronds. Mature height 30-60". In stock. |
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Osmunda cinnamomea {3 1/2 in. Pots min 25} 25 - 249: $9.97 each | 250 - 999: $9.47 each (Cinnamon Fern) Splendid peridot green with fronds that shift from yellow to bronze-cinnamon, this hardy, highly versatile, moisture loving fern is famous for the spicy colors of her fronds. Mature height 30-60". In stock. |
 Osmunda regalis {Bare Root Plants, min 10} On Sale!: $4.97 Discount: 38% (Royal Fern) The most spectacular North American fern with a large size and distinctly different sterile and fertile parts that offer vivid green and rusty citrine colors. Highly sought after for landscaping. 24"-60" tall. In stock. |
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Osmunda regalis {Bare Root Plants, min 25} On Sale!: $3.97 Discount: 50% (Royal Fern) The most spectacular North American fern with a large size and distinctly different sterile and fertile parts that offer vivid green and rusty citrine colors. Highly sought after for landscaping. 24"-60" tall. In stock. |
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Osmunda regalis {3 1/2 in. Pots min 25} 25 - 249: $9.57 each | 250 - 999: $9.07 each (Royal Fern) The most spectacular North American fern with a large size and distinctly different sterile and fertile parts that offer vivid green and rusty citrine colors. Highly sought after for landscaping. 24"-60" tall. In stock. |
 Polystichum acrostichoides {1-Gallon pot}1 - 9: $38.97 each | 10: $37.02 each (Christmas Fern, Dagger Fern) The quintessential fern, vibrant evergreen fronds are leathery and divided with holly-like leaflets. Excellent for erosion control, borders, edging and along foundations or walls. 12-24" tall. In stock. |
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Polystichum acrostichoides {Bare Root Plants, min 10} On Sale!: $4.97 Discount: 29% (Christmas Fern, Dagger Fern) The quintessential fern, vibrant evergreen fronds are leathery and divided with holly-like leaflets. Excellent for erosion control, borders, edging and along foundations or walls. 12-24" tall. In stock. |
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Polystichum acrostichoides {2-Gallon pot} 1 - 9: $50.47 each | 10: $47.95 each (Christmas Fern, Dagger Fern) The quintessential fern, vibrant evergreen fronds are leathery and divided with holly-like leaflets. Excellent for erosion control, borders, edging and along foundations or walls. 12-24" tall. Temporarily out of stock. Expected date unknown.Email when available |
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Polystichum acrostichoides {Bare Root Plants, min 25} On Sale!: $3.97 Discount: 43% (Christmas Fern, Dagger Fern) The quintessential fern, vibrant evergreen fronds are leathery and divided with holly-like leaflets. Excellent for erosion control, borders, edging and along foundations or walls. 12-24" tall. In stock. |
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Polystichum acrostichoides {3 1/2 in. Pots min 25} 25 - 249: $9.87 each | 250 - 999: $9.57 each (Christmas Fern, Dagger Fern) The quintessential fern, vibrant evergreen fronds are leathery and divided with holly-like leaflets. Excellent for erosion control, borders, edging and along foundations or walls. 12-24" tall. Temporarily out of stock. Expected 07/07/2025.Email when available |
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Polystichum acrostichoides {flat of 32 Pots - 2 1/2 in} 1 flat of 32 2.5" pots: $191.04 ($5.97 per plant) (Christmas Fern, Dagger Fern) The quintessential fern, vibrant evergreen fronds are leathery and divided with holly-like leaflets. Excellent for erosion control, borders, edging and along foundations or walls. 12-24" tall. In stock. |