Tall vase-shaped fronds that unfurl from fiddleheads in spring. Spreads to form dramatic colonies.
Quick Reference
- Bloom Season
- May to Sep
- USDA Zones
- 3-7
- Sun
- Part Shade or Full Shade
- Water
- High - consistently moist
- Mature Height
- 3-5'
- Bloom Colors
- Green
♣ Native Species△ Deer Resistant✦ Low Maintenance
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About This Name
Matteuccia struthiopteris is the scientific name used by botanists, nurseries, and seed catalogs to identify Ostrich Fern unambiguously. The genus Matteuccia places it within a specific plant family, and using the botanical name avoids the confusion that comes with regional common names. If you're shopping for Ostrich Fern, looking up plant care details, or comparing varieties, searching by Matteuccia struthiopteris will give you the most precise results.