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Ostrich Fern
£15.00
2 Litre pot
Key information
The Ostrich Fern, also known as Matteuccia struthiopteris is fantastic for adding lush, green texture to shaded garden beds, riverbanks or woodland gardens. The upright feather-like fronds unfurl in spring to reveal light green, shuttlecock ferns that resemble ostrich plumes. The fronds will die back in autumn with fresh appearing in the spring. This plant has been awarded the Award of Garden Merit by the RHS.
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Delivery & Returns
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Top Tip
In late winter, cut down dead foliage and fertile fronds.
How to care for Ostrich Fern
Aspect
Shade & Partial Shade
Ostrich fern thrives best in full to partial shade.
Care Level
This is a very low maintenance fern
Cut back old fronds in late winter or early spring. This will encourage stronger, taller fronds to develop through.
Watering
Keep soil moist
Keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Water well throughout the summer to maintain wet conditions.
Feeding
Compost
Plant with a good quality, peat free compost. Do not use liquid fertiliser as it is sensitive to over fertilisation.
Soil
Tolerates most soil types
Will tolerate most soil types but prefers well drained soil.
Quick facts
BOTANICAL NAME
Matteuccia struthiopteris
PLANT TYPE
Perennial Fern
RECOMMENDED SOTO POT SIZE
Small
HARDINESS
Very hardy
NURSERY POT SIZE
2L
TOXICITY
Non-toxic to pets and humans, though fiddleheads should be cooked before consumption
EVENTUAL GROWTH (3-5 YEARS)
Height - 1.5m - Width - 1m
Receiving your plant order
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