Matteuccia struthiopteris - The Elegant Ostrich Fern
Latin Name: Matteuccia struthiopteris
Common Name: Ostrich Fern
Other Names: Fiddlehead Fern, Shuttlecock Fern
Indoors or Outdoor: Outdoor
Size: 60-150 cm (height), 60-120 cm (spread)
Matteuccia struthiopteris - Delivery
Delivery Info: Your Ostrich Fern will be delivered with care, ready to thrive in your garden.
Matteuccia struthiopteris - Characteristics
Mature Size: 60-150 cm (height), 60-120 cm (spread)
Evergreen or Deciduous: Deciduous
Preferred Position: Partial to full shade
Shape: Upright, vase-shaped
Hardy: Yes
Common Diseases: Generally disease-resistant
Matteuccia struthiopteris - Uses
Uses in Garden: Ideal for shaded borders, woodland gardens, and damp areas
Matteuccia struthiopteris - Planting Instructions
Preferred Planting Aspect: Shady, moist areas
Frost Hardy: Yes
Growth Rate: Moderate
Pruning Advice: Cut back old fronds in late winter before new growth emerges
Matteuccia struthiopteris - Planting Instructions
Sowing Time: Spring
Instruction: Sow spores in a well-draining, moist soil mix
Trench Preparation: No trench required
Positioning of Plants: Plant spores on the soil's surface
Plant Spacing: Space spores 60-90 cm apart
Pruning Instructions: Remove old fronds in late winter
Facts About Ostrich Ferns
- The Ostrich Fern, with its unique feathery fronds, adds a touch of elegance to shaded gardens.
- This deciduous fern thrives in moist, shady conditions, making it an excellent choice for woodland gardens.
- Ostrich Ferns are hardy and disease-resistant, requiring minimal maintenance.
- Their fiddlehead shoots are edible and considered a delicacy in some cuisines.
Matteuccia struthiopteris - The Elegant Ostrich Fern
Latin Name: Matteuccia struthiopteris
Common Name: Ostrich Fern
Other Names: Fiddlehead Fern, Shuttlecock Fern
Indoors or Outdoor: Outdoor
Size: 60-150 cm (height), 60-120 cm (spread)
Matteuccia struthiopteris - Delivery
Delivery Info: Your Ostrich Fern will be delivered with care, ready to thrive in your garden.
Matteuccia struthiopteris - Characteristics
Mature Size: 60-150 cm (height), 60-120 cm (spread)
Evergreen or Deciduous: Deciduous
Preferred Position: Partial to full shade
Shape: Upright, vase-shaped
Hardy: Yes
Common Diseases: Generally disease-resistant
Matteuccia struthiopteris - Uses
Uses in Garden: Ideal for shaded borders, woodland gardens, and damp areas
Matteuccia struthiopteris - Planting Instructions
Preferred Planting Aspect: Shady, moist areas
Frost Hardy: Yes
Growth Rate: Moderate
Pruning Advice: Cut back old fronds in late winter before new growth emerges
Matteuccia struthiopteris - Planting Instructions
Sowing Time: Spring
Instruction: Sow spores in a well-draining, moist soil mix
Trench Preparation: No trench required
Positioning of Plants: Plant spores on the soil's surface
Plant Spacing: Space spores 60-90 cm apart
Pruning Instructions: Remove old fronds in late winter
Facts About Ostrich Ferns
- The Ostrich Fern, with its unique feathery fronds, adds a touch of elegance to shaded gardens.
- This deciduous fern thrives in moist, shady conditions, making it an excellent choice for woodland gardens.
- Ostrich Ferns are hardy and disease-resistant, requiring minimal maintenance.
- Their fiddlehead shoots are edible and considered a delicacy in some cuisines.
Bring a touch of the wild to your garden with the Ostrich Fern, a graceful and low-maintenance addition that thrives in the shade. Its feathery fronds and unique appearance will be a conversation starter for your garden space. Order yours today!
