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RedCrocus Ostrich Fern Matteuccia struthiopteris, Deciduous Fern for Shade Gardens, Indoor & Container Use, Non-Toxic, Pet Safe, Moist Well-Drained Soil 1 Gallon (Pack of 15)

RedCrocus Ostrich Fern Matteuccia struthiopteris, Deciduous Fern for Shade Gardens, Indoor & Container Use, Non-Toxic, Pet Safe, Moist Well-Drained Soil 1 Gallon (Pack of 15)

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SKU:pe1g694-alt6-redcrocus

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Ostrich Fern Fern, Matteuccia struthiopteris

Description

This lush, deciduous fern features graceful fronds that add texture and greenery to shaded garden areas. Its distinctive arching foliage provides a natural, woodland aesthetic, thriving in moist, well-drained soils.

Suggested Uses

Ideal for shaded borders, woodland gardens, and container plantings. Use it to create a naturalistic landscape or to enhance privacy screens with its dense foliage.

Plant Details

  • botanical name icon Botanical Name: Ostrich Fern Fern, Matteuccia struthiopteris
  • common name icon Common Name: Ostrich Fern
  • size & growth icon Size & Growth: Typically 3 to 4 feet tall and wide, forming dense clumps over time.
  • hardiness zones icon Hardiness Zones: 3 to 8
  • foliage type icon Foliage Type: Deciduous Fern
  • bloom time icon Bloom Time: Non-flowering; foliage provides year-round appeal
  • growth rate icon Growth Rate: Moderate, forming larger colonies over time
  • light requirements icon Light Requirements: Partial to Full Shade
  • pollinators icon Attracts Pollinators: No
  • indoor friendly icon Indoor Friendly: Yes, suitable for shaded indoor areas with indirect light
  • container friendly icon Container Friendly: Yes
  • deer resistant icon Deer Resistant: Yes
  • pet warning icon Pet Warning: Non-toxic to dogs and cats
  • fragrant icon Fragrant: No
  • cut flower icon Cut Flower: No
  • companions icon Grows Well With: Hostas, Astilbes, Ferns, and Shade-Loving Perennials

Care Tips

  • planting instructions icon Planting Instructions: Plant in spring or early fall in shaded or lightly shaded areas with rich, moist soil.
  • soil moisture icon Soil Moisture: Keep consistently moist; do not let soil dry out.
  • soil type icon Soil Type: Rich, organic, well-drained soil
  • humidity icon Humidity: Prefers high humidity environments
  • pruning instructions icon Pruning Instructions: Remove dead fronds in early spring to encourage new growth.
  • winter care icon Winter Care: Mulch heavily for protection in cold zones; plant in sheltered locations if possible.
  • planting depth icon Planting Depth: Sow or transplant at same depth as previous location; roots should be covered gently.
  • fertilization icon Fertilization: Feed with a balanced, organic fertilizer in early spring and mid-summer.
  • special care icon Special Care: Keep soil moist and mulched; avoid letting roots dry out during hot periods.
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