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RedCrocus Sweet Fern Comptonia peregrina- Aromatic, Hardy Shrub for Woodland Gardens, Native Landscape, Pollinator Attractant, Container Friendly, Deer Resistant 1 Gallon

RedCrocus Sweet Fern Comptonia peregrina- Aromatic, Hardy Shrub for Woodland Gardens, Native Landscape, Pollinator Attractant, Container Friendly, Deer Resistant 1 Gallon

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Sweet Fern Comptonia peregrina

Description

Sweet Fern is a hardy, deciduous shrub native to eastern North America, known for its aromatic foliage and delicate, feathery flowers. It thrives in well-drained soils and provides a charming addition to woodland gardens and naturalized landscapes.

Suggested Uses

Ideal for woodland gardens, naturalized areas, and as ground cover. Its fragrant foliage also makes it suitable for aromatic gardens and wildlife habitats, attracting pollinators such as bees and butterflies.

Plant Details

  • Botanical Name: Sweet Fern Comptonia peregrina
  • Common Name: Sweet Fern
  • Size & Growth: Typically 2-4 feet tall and wide, with a bushy, spreading growth habit
  • Hardiness Zones: 4-8
  • Foliage Type: Aromatic, pinnately compound leaves
  • Bloom Time: Late spring to early summer
  • Growth Rate: Moderate
  • Light Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
  • Attracts Pollinators: Yes
  • Indoor Friendly: Not typically
  • Container Friendly: Suitable for containers if provided with adequate drainage
  • Deer Resistant: Yes
  • Pet Warning: Not toxic
  • Fragrant: Yes, aromatic foliage
  • Cut Flower: Suitable for dried arrangements
  • Grows Well With: Native perennials, ferns, and woodland shrubs

Care Tips

  • Planting Instructions: Prefers full sun to partial shade; plant in well-drained, acidic to neutral soil
  • Soil Moisture: Keep consistently moist but not waterlogged
  • Soil Type: Well-drained sandy loam or acidic soils
  • Humidity: Prefers average to high humidity levels
  • Pruning Instructions: Light pruning after flowering to maintain shape
  • Winter Care: Mulch in colder zones to protect roots
  • Planting Depth: Plant at same depth as in nursery bed
  • Fertilization: Use a balanced fertilizer in early spring
  • Special Care: Mulch around base to retain moisture and suppress weeds
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