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Matteuccia pensylvanica

Ostrich Fern

Large light green fronds which resemble ostich plumes, dark green fertile spike often stands through the winter.

Growing & Maintenance Tips
Ostrich fern should be planted int eh shade in a slightly acid, high humus soil with good moisture. Moisture is very important because leaves will quickly scorch if the soil becomes dry. This fern is not an evergreen. Can also be used as companion plants to spring bulbs or wildflowers.

Interesting Information
The common name Ostrich fern refers to the sterile fronds which are shaped like the tail feathers of a bird. The genus name honors Carlo Matteucci(1800-1863),a physicist at the University of Florence in Italy.

Plant Type Fern		Bloom Color Non-Flowering		Foliage Color Feathery Soft Green
Height 1-2 Feet		Spread 16-20 Inches
USDA Hardiness Zone 4-7		Patented No

Hosta (Plantain Lily 'Bressingham Blue')	Polystichum polyblepharum (Tassel Fern )
Viola x (Hardy Violet 'Dancing Geisha')

Characteristics & Attributes

Bloom Color • Non-flowering	Exposure • Shade-Part Sun	Soil Moisture Preference • Medium	Wildlife/Disease Resistance • Deer Resistant • Rabbit Resistant