Ostrich Fern Bare Root (Matteuccia struthiopteris) - 3 Fiddlehead Plants, Edible Shoots, Shade Garden

About This Plant

Ostrich Fern (Matteuccia struthiopteris) with large, vase-shaped fronds. Known for feathery green foliage and edible fiddlehead shoots, it thrives in partial to full shade and is suitable for woodland or rain gardens. Adapts to various well-drained soils and can assist with naturalizing and erosion control.

What You Will Receive

3 Ostrich Fern bare roots. Ships without pot or foliage.

• Format: Bare root
• Ships without pot or foliage
• Common name: Ostrich Fern
• Scientific name: Matteuccia struthiopteris
• Growth habit: Large, vase-shaped with feathery fronds
• Edible fiddleheads (young shoots)

Sunlight: Partial to full shade (tolerates more sun if soil is moist)

Watering: Keep soil consistently moist, especially in full sun

Soil: Well-drained soils including loam, clay, and sand; prefers organically rich soil

Hardiness Zones: 3 to 7

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