Bring a touch of the wild into your garden with the Royal Fern (Osmunda regalis). This majestic, tall fern is known for its stunning fertile fronds crowned with rusty-colored spores, making it a spectacular addition to any wetland garden or shaded area. Perfect for stream banks and marshes, this plant thrives in moisture-rich environments, adding lush greenery and texture to your landscape.
Tall, deciduous fern with a stunning crown of fertile leaflets
Rusty-colored spores add unique visual interest
Thrives in wet, shaded locations such as stream banks and swamps
Low maintenance care level, ideal for beginner gardeners
Hardy in a variety of soil types, particularly wetland soils
Attracts wildlife, providing habitat for local fauna
Perfect for creating naturalistic garden designs
Plant Attributes
Common Name: Royal Fern Scientific Name: Osmunda regalis var. spectabilis Sunlight: Partial to full shade Watering: Keep soil consistently moist Soil: Rich, organic, wetland soil Hardiness Zones: 3-10 Growth Habit: Tall, clumping Format: Bare root