Description
The Hay-Scented Fern is a graceful, hardy perennial well-suited for Massachusetts gardens. With its lacy, arching fronds, this fern adds texture and a soft, delicate feel to any landscape. The foliage, which is a vibrant green during the growing season, turns a beautiful yellow in the fall, making it a stunning addition to shaded or woodland gardens. As the name suggests, when the fronds are crushed, they emit a distinctive hay-like scent that adds an extra layer of sensory appeal to your outdoor space.
This fern thrives in partial to full shade and is an excellent choice for mass plantings, border edging, and ground cover. It is low maintenance, growing to a mature height of 3 feet with a spread of 24 inches. The Hay-Scented Fern prefers well-drained, acidic soils and can tolerate urban pollution, making it an ideal plant for both traditional and city gardens in Massachusetts. It is best interplanted with late-season bloomers, as the fern can go dormant during the summer. Once established, it will provide lasting beauty for years.
Each plant comes in a 3.25″ growers container. The image shown represents an example of what you may receive. Please note that the height, shape, and fullness of each plant may vary due to natural growth patterns. Rest assured, we will select the healthiest and most vibrant plant for you.
Plant Specs:
Botanical Name: Dennstaedtia punctilobula
Color: green
Light: part shade – full shade
Watering: average – evenly moist
Soil: acidic, well draining soil
Zone: 3 – 7
Plant Shape: arching
Plant Type: herbaceous evergreen fern
Mature Size: height (3'), width (24″)
Blooming Season: n/a
Growth Rate: medium
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