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Posted 04/29/2023 in Fern

Osmundastrum cinnamomeum

One of our favorite ferns. Very dependable. Fiddleheads emerge in spring and unfurl into large erect sterile fronds which remain lovely through the summer then transform to yellow in fall. Separate spore-bearing stiff, fertile fronds appear in early spring which turn brown. Cinnamon Fern is an excellent choice for shade gardens, wet areas, along ponds, streams, and water gardens.

Post Details

Latin Name
Osmundastrum cinnamomeum
Common Name
Cinnamon Fern
Planting Zone
Zone 3 Zone 4 Zone 5 Zone 6 Zone 7 Zone 8 Zone 9
Special Interest
Deer Resistant
Bloom Season
Spring
Height
2-3 ft
Spread
2-3 ft
Suggested Uses
Shade Garden Woodland Gardens
Potential Pests
No serious problems

Plant Story

One of our favorite ferns. Very dependable. Fiddleheads emerge in spring and unfurl into large erect sterile fronds which remain lovely through the summer then transform to yellow in fall. Separate spore-bearing stiff, fertile fronds appear in early spring which turn brown. Cinnamon Fern is an excellent choice for shade gardens, wet areas, along ponds, streams, and water gardens.

Special Care Instructions

Easily grown in medium to wet soil in the shade. Prefers moist soil.

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