Tall, deciduous perennial with large, broad, green fronds and brown tassel-like clusters at the tips. Yellow-brown fall color. Great for borders, woodland gardens and near water features.
Osmunda regalis
Royal Fern
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- Elegant, broadly divided, bright green fronds, turns red-brown in fall
- Rusty-brown fertile fronds
- Clump-forming, tall, deciduous fern
Border or Bed
Garden
Great Foliage
Low Maintenance
Mass Planting
Native
Water's Edge / Bog Plant
Homeowner Growing and Maintenance Tips:
Prefers rich acidic, consistently moist to wet soil and partial shade. Does best in cool summer climates and tolerates partial sun with sufficient moisture. Plants can be divided in early spring or fall.
Height: 2-5 ft
Spread: 2-3 ft
Spacing: 2-3 ft
Price Level 1: $19.99 ea.~#1
Bloom Color: Non-Flowering
Zone: 3-9
Additional Characteristics & Attributes:
Attributes:
- Great Foliage
- Border or Bed
- Native
- Garden
- Fall Color
- Naturalizing
- Mass Planting
- Water's Edge / Bog Plant
- Low Maintenance
Critter Resistance:
- Deer Resistant
- Rabbit Resistant
Exposure:
- Full Sun
- Full Shade
- Partial Sun
Habit:
- Upright
Foliage Color:
- Green
Soil Moisture:
- Wet Soil/Wetlands
- Moist, Well-Drained
- Water Garden
- Keep Well-Watered
Genus Overview: Osmunda
Common Name: Royal Fern
Tall, deciduous perennial with large, broad, green fronds and brown tassel-like clusters at the tips. Yellow-brown fall color. Great for borders, woodland gardens and near water features.