Royal fern

Osmunda regalis

Category:
Fern
Family:
Osmundaceae
Zone:
3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9
Height:
1-3 ft
Width:
1-3 ft
Growth / Form:
Clumping
Light:
Part Shade, Shade
Native / Invasive Status:
Native (SE US)
Growth Rate:
Medium
USDA Zones:
3-9
Notes:
Prefers wet soils; bold texture

Additional source details:
Soil: loam, clay, sand that are medium to wet
Tolerates — Wildlife: rabbit, deer
Tolerates — Environment: heavy shade, wet soil

Description

Prefers wet soils; bold texture