The foliage is deep green in colour. A specimen plant, Matteuccia struthiopteris (ostrich fern) can help you create a focal point in your garden design.
Typical Uses
Accent, bog, border, container, cut flowers, ground cover, mass planting, specimen, waterfront, wild flower and woodland.
Special Characteristics
This plant has a natural ability to resist deer and rabbits.
Cautions
With its fast growth rate, Matteuccia struthiopteris (ostrich fern) will reach its mature size quickly. Keep this in mind when planning the layout of your garden. Reaching maturity quickly can be a benefit if you want your garden to look more established sooner. Be advised that Matteuccia struthiopteris (ostrich fern) may be invasive where conditions are favourable. In such cases it will require maintenance to keep it under control.
