Matteuccia Struthiopteris

Description

Matteuccia struthiopteris is a distinctive and ornamental fern known for its tall, feathery, arching fronds that spread out in a fountain-like shape. The fronds are light green in color and form a dense clump, creating a lush, textural groundcover or backdrop in shaded gardens. The fertile fronds, which emerge in early spring, are tall and upright, while the sterile fronds form a graceful, elegant mound.

Preferring consistently moist, rich, well-drained soil and partial to full shade, Matteuccia struthiopteris thrives in cool, shaded woodland gardens or by ponds and streams. Hardy in USDA zones 3-8, it is low-maintenance and easy to grow. Whether used as a groundcover in shady spots, in naturalized gardens, or as a backdrop for flowering plants, this fern provides year-round interest with its soft, delicate texture and graceful form.