Description

Start a Ostrich Fern (Ostrich Fern (title-derived)) planting in garden borders and beds from seed. The annual garden plant needs full sun and moderately fertile, well-drained soil through early growth.

Prepare a seed-starting area and sow when conditions reach the recommended germination range. Water moderately and prevent the soil from becoming waterlogged, then remove spent flowers as needed to keep the planting tidy.

Product Features
Upright, vase-shaped clumps of tall green fronds with feathery leaflets
Sterile fronds reach 3 to 5 feet
Deciduous, turning brown in winter
Suitable for shade gardens or moist woodland areas
Non-GMO premium seeds
Planting Information

1. Growing Information

Plant TypePerennial Ornamental Foliage Plant
SunlightPartial to full shade.
SoilRich, moist, well-drained.
Planting MethodSurface sow spores on moist peat; needs high humidity
Germination TimeVariable
TemperatureSuitable seasonal temperatures
WateringKeep consistently moist.
DifficultyEasy

2. How to Grow

1

Surface sow spores on moist peat; needs high humidity.

2

Partial to full shade.

3

Rich, moist, well-drained.

4

Keep consistently moist.

5

Remove old fronds in early spring. Divide in spring.

3. Garden Uses

Indoor plant collections Hanging baskets Decorative containers Ground-cover displays Mixed foliage gardens

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