10 Bare Root Ostrich Fern Plants, Matteuccia struthiopteris, Native Perennial for Shade Garden, Woodland Groundcover

Bring a touch of the forest floor to your landscape with 10 Bare Root Ostrich Ferns (Matteuccia struthiopteris). Also known as the Glade Fern, this elegant native perennial is ideal for shade gardens, woodland landscapes, or moist, low-light areas. Its tall, arching fronds can grow up to 6 feet high, creating a lush, tropical appearance while staying true to its cold-hardy, North American roots.

• ✅ 10 Bare Root Plants – Healthy, dormant Ostrich Fern roots ready to plant in shade or part-shade areas.
• ✅ Matteuccia struthiopteris – Also known as Glade Fern; native to North America and highly prized for its elegant fronds.
• ✅ Perfect for Shade Gardens – Thrives in woodland settings, under trees, or in moist, shaded garden beds.
• ✅ Majestic, Upright Fronds – Ferns can reach 3–6 feet tall with a vase-like shape, creating a lush, tropical feel.
• ✅ Native & Non-GMO – Naturally grown, non-invasive, and great for restoring native habitats.
• ✅ Low Maintenance Perennial – Comes back year after year with little care; ideal for naturalized landscapes.
• ✅ Moisture-Loving Fern – Grows best in rich, moist soil but tolerates average garden conditions once established.
• ✅ Great for Naturalizing – Spreads slowly by underground rhizomes, making it ideal for large shaded areas.

Common Name: Ostrich Fern
Scientific Name: Matteuccia struthiopteris
Sunlight: Shade to Part-Shade
Watering: Moist, well-drained soil
Soil: Rich, organic soil preferred; adaptable
Hardiness Zones: 3–8
Growth Habit: Upright, clumping
Format: 10 Bare Root Plants