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Osmunda regalis

Family Osmundaceae
Plant Type fern
Zone USDA:   3a - 10b   RHS:   H - HH   EGF:   H1 - G1   Australia:   1 - 4  
Care Level low, easy, suitable for beginners.
Height 60 - 90 cm (2 - 3 ft)
Spread 60 - 90 cm (2 - 3 ft)
Light partial shade to shade
Soil Moisture average, well-drained
Soil Type clay to sandy
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description This plant has foliage that is dark green in colour. Osmunda regalis (royal fern) is a specimen plant and it can serve as a focal point in your garden.
Typical Uses Accent, bog, border, container, cut flowers, ground cover, mass planting, specimen, waterfront and woodland.
Special Characteristics Osmunda regalis is noted for being naturally resistant to deer and rabbits.