Matteuccia struthiopteris

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At-A-Glance Information

Ostrich Fern needs full sun in cooler climates, but can take partial shade in warmer ones. It is a hardy fern, and is native to northern areas in North America, Europe, and Asia. Plants can reach 6 feet tall and 3 feet wide, but may only reach a third to half that size in mountainous or dry regions. These ferns spread via underground rhizomes, and is attractive in woodland gardens, along bodies of water, or in mixed beds. Ostrich Fern grows best in zones A1-A3, 1-10 and 14-17. ​To find your zone, click here: Zone Map.

Caring for Festuca

Propagation

Problems and Pests

Gallery

Camellias are great candidates to be grown as container plants on your patio.
A field of thea sinensis
Camellia hiemalis 'Shishi Gashira'

Videos

A video all about growing camellias successfully
Propagating camellias

Resources

The New Sunset Western Garden Book: The Ultimate Gardening Guide (2012) - Page 437, Matteuccia struthiopteris
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