5 Ostrich Fern Onoclea struthioptersis

Ostrich Fern Onoclea struthioptersis
Ostrich Fern: Onoclea struthioptersis, which some call an ostrich fern, is a crown-forming plant native to temperate regions of North America. This perennial species grows in damp forests and swampy areas from Canada to the south and western regions.
Ostrich ferns are an attractive plant that can cover bare spots in your garden. They are resistant to common garden problems and are easy to care for. You can enjoy a fresh, vibrant garden with lovely foliage elements with little care.

TN Nursery recommends the ostrich fern for bringing lively greenery and exciting textures to a shade or semi-shade garden.

Ostrich Fern Gets its Name:
Ostrich ferns can grow pretty tall. The plants usually reach four to five feet high, but the most towering, recorded height of the species is a grand six feet.

The plant grows in erect clusters. Each frond has a sturdy, bright green center stem and pairs of leaves with a gently rounded saw tooth texture. The crowning