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Royal Fern
The Royal Fern is also known as the Flowering Fern and is deciduous. The broad fronds have large, well-separated pinnae (leaflets) which give this fern an almost pea-family appearance. Royal Ferns typically grows in clumps to 2-3' tall, but with constant moisture can reach 6' in height. The Royal Fern, Osmunda regalis, is a tall, deciduous fern which usually occurs on moist bluffs and ledges and along streams (sometimes growing in the water). Fronds typically turn yellow to brown in autumn. It also grows well in shaded borders, woodland gardens, wild gardens or native plant gardens. Spores are located in brown, tassel-like, fertile clusters at the tips of the fronds, thus giving rise to the additional common name of flowering fern for this plant. The Royal Fern is an excellent selection for wet areas along ponds, streams, water gardens or in bogs. ... more info
Hayscented Fern It can be identified by its lacy, light-green fronds that feel very slightly sticky to the touch. They are vigorous growers and tolerate most conditions. Hay Scented Ferns are also known as Cup ferns. When the leaves are bruised they smell like fresh mown hay, hence the name. It is an aggressive spreader and is a very popular garden fern. Landscape uses are for borders, massing, specimen and groundcover. This perennial fern grows fast and is deciduous. |
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