Scientific Name:

Osmunda regalis

Common Name:

Royal Fern

Scientific Name Pronounciation:

os-MUN-duh re-GAY-liss

Plant Type:

Fern

Plant Hardiness Zones:

3-10

Plant Hardiness Zone(s):

Usual Size:

2-5 ft. H X 2-4 ft. W

Flower:

Bloom Time Notes:

Leaf:

Deciduous; grows in symmetrical clump

Fruit:

Spores are located on fertile leaflets at the ends of fertile fronds; initially green, turning brown after spore release.

Wildlife:

Natural Habitat:

Moist woods; floodplains; swamps.

Propagation:

Division of clumps; can be propagated from spores

Bloom Time:

Sun or Shade:

Companion Plants:

Cultural Notes:

Royal Fern (Osmunda regalis) grows in partial to full shade; moist, acidic, somewhat water-retentive soil; with plenty of water it will tolerate nearly full sun. Its feathery appearance provides good texture accent; available in nursery trade.

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