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Matteuccia struthiopteris - Description
- Potted Hardy Fern
- Latin Name: Matteuccia struthiopteris
- Common Name: Ostrich Fern
- Deciduous clump-forming fern
- Pot Size: C2
- Current Plant Size: Approx. 35cm
- Ideal for shaded and damp garden areas
Matteuccia struthiopteris - Characteristics
- Tall, arching fronds with a soft, feathery appearance
- Creates a lush, natural woodland effect
- Thrives in moist, shaded conditions
- Deciduous, dying back in winter and returning in spring
- Hardy and reliable in Irish climates
- Spreads gradually to form attractive colonies
Matteuccia struthiopteris - Uses
- Perfect for woodland gardens and shaded borders
- Ideal for damp or water garden edges
- Great for naturalistic and informal planting schemes
- Provides height and texture in shade planting
Matteuccia struthiopteris - Planting & Aftercare
- Plant in partial to full shade
- Soil: Moist, fertile soil preferred
- Water regularly, especially in dry periods
- Mulch annually to retain moisture
- Allow space for spreading growth
- Remove dead fronds in late winter before new growth appears
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