Ostrich Fern
Common name
Ostrich Fern
Botanical name
Matteuccia struthiopteris
Variety
na
Zone
USDA Zone 2 (-50°F) to USDA Zone 8 (10°F).
Light
Shade
Height
48" (122 cm)
Habit
Arching
Feed
Not recommended
Water
Weekly during dry spells
Bloom Time
No Bloom
Maintenance
Divide every 3 to 5 years
About
A dramatic fern, very attractive in the shade garden or at woodland's edge. Bold foliage and spreading growth make this fern ideal as a background for other shade-loving perennials. Will tolerate full sun if soil is consistently moist; avoid windy sites.
