Matteuccia struthiopteris

Dryopteridaceae

Ostrich Fern

Rhizomatous, clump-forming, herbaceous perennial fern. In spring fronds occur in circular clusters ranging from .6 to 1.5m high before forming dense raised crowns in autumn and winter.

Uses

Ornamental perennial suitable for shaded sites and ferneries.

Culture

Suitable for part shade or shaded sites and cool or temperate climates. Prefers moist, slightly acidic, well drained and well-mulched soil. Propagate by division or spores. Can become invasive.

Propagation

No information available at this time...

Cultivars

No information available at this time...

Plant Health

No information available at this time...

More info

Plant Identification, Landscape Design and Home Garden Expert courses are available through Australian Correspondence Schools, see http://www.acs.edu.au/hort Courses on growing Perennials are available through Australian Correspondence Schools, see http://www.acs.edu.au/hort Video: ‘Identifying Bulbs and Perennials’ produced by Australian Correspondence Schools is available through http://www.acsgarden.com/shop/

More from ACS