The TN ostrich Fern, a glade Fern, produces stately fronds which grow upright and are vase-shaped. Ferns make for nice back ground in the garden to create a woodland setting. Although it prefers shade it will grow in full sun as well. Its non flowering, and at its most beautiful in spring when the fronds start to unfurl. Very low maintenance, just take care at time of planting. It will multiply quickly by rhizomes to form colonies. Deer resistant. Excellent selection for wet areas along ponds, streams, water gardens or in bogs. Also grows well in shaded borders, woodland gardens, wild gardens or native plant gardens.
Plant woodland plants to assure their survival
Perfect companion for our trillium and Virginia bluebells
Tolerates heavy shade
Combining green-and-white flowers and foliage creates a botanical twist on monochromatic which is quiet, restful and creates a place to be still
Deer resistant
Partial to full shade
Blooms spring
Grows 36-in tall
Plant 18-in apart, just below soil level