Ostrich Fern Fiddlehead Bare Root – 5 Perennial Wildflower Transplants

Bring Natural Beauty to Your Garden with Ostrich Ferns

Add a touch of wild elegance to your landscape with these Ostrich Fern Bare Root fiddleheads. You will receive 5 Matteuccia Struthiopteris perennial wildflower transplants, ready to establish in your garden. These ferns are known for their graceful arching fronds and edible fiddleheads in the spring, making them a delightful addition to any woodland garden or shady border. The Ostrich Fern, or Matteuccia Struthiopteris, is a classic choice for adding texture and lush greenery to your landscape.

These plants are shipped bare root, meaning they arrive without pots and with foliage cut back. This method minimizes stress during transit and allows us to offer these beautiful plants at a more affordable price. Don’t worry, this does not harm the plants! They will quickly regrow their foliage once planted in their new home. We harvest our plants fresh on the day of shipping to ensure they arrive healthy and ready to thrive.

Benefits of Growing Ostrich Ferns:

• Edible Fiddleheads: Enjoy a springtime delicacy by harvesting the young, curled fronds (fiddleheads).
• Lush Greenery: Create a vibrant and textured landscape with the fern’s graceful fronds.
• Low Maintenance: Once established, Ostrich Ferns are relatively easy to care for.
• Wildlife Habitat: Provides shelter and nesting material for various wildlife species.
• Erosion Control: The spreading rhizomes help stabilize soil and prevent erosion.

Key Features

• Easy to Grow: Thrives in moist, shady areas
• Deer Resistant: Generally avoided by deer
• Native Plant: Supports local ecosystems
• Fast Growing: Quickly establishes and spreads
• Versatile Use: Ideal for woodland gardens, borders, and naturalized areas

Frequently Asked Questions About Ostrich Ferns

1. How big will these Ostrich Ferns get? Mature Ostrich Ferns can reach a height of 3-6 feet and spread 2-4 feet wide.
2. What kind of soil do Ostrich Ferns need? They prefer moist, well-drained soil that is rich in organic matter.
3. How much sunlight do they need? Ostrich Ferns thrive in partial to full shade.
4. When is the best time to plant them? The best time to plant bare root Ostrich Ferns is in early spring or fall.
5. Are the fiddleheads safe to eat? Yes, Ostrich Fern fiddleheads are edible, but they must be cooked thoroughly before consumption. Do not harvest them from contaminated areas.