Hay Scented Fern
Hay Scented Fern
Hay Scented Fern
Dennstaedtia Punctilobula, hay scented fern is an impressive perennial ground cover that creates a colorful impact with its lush green color and fantastic texture. It's a perfectly-sized plant well-suited for USDA growing zones 3 through 8. It prefers a mix of sun and shade but will also adapt to complete shade.
Hay Scented Fern is a species native to eastern North America
It is a common sight in
woodlands, along streams, and in rocky areas of the eastern mountains--the southern
Appalachians and Ozarks, in particular.
This fern gets its name from its distinctive hay-like scent, which is most noticeable when dry or crushed.
The casual good looks of this fern make it a common garden ornamental plant. Many Wholesale Nursery customers use it as ground cover, accent flower beds, or place near water features or fountains in shaded areas. It also stabilizes soil on slopes and in other erosion control applications.
The fronds of this fern are bright green and form a triangle with a hair-like texture that's soft to the touch. It stays relatively short, usually under 2' but will become as broad as 4' to cover much ground--and faster than you might imagine.
Caring for Hay Scented Ferns
The hay-scented fern is a hardy and undemanding plant that will need very little care--it does not even require you to fertilize it. They are generally disease-resistant and pest-resistant.
Below are the few occasional tasks you can expect:
● Location: Hay-scented fern prefers partial to full shade and well-drained soil. It thrives in almost every soil type.
● Watering needs: Keep the soil somewhat moist but without flooding the roots.
● Pruning: Remove any brown or damaged fronds in the earliest days of spring. This quick task will help hasten new growth.
Order Your Set of 2 Hay-Scented Ferns Today
Dennstaedtia Punctilobula is a lovely fern that is ideal for partial shade and has a soft, earthy hay scent. Its leaves emerge from early to mid-spring, giving you a long season to enjoy. Order your hay-scented fern from Wholesale Nursery today.
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How We Protect Your Plants For Transit
We sell only bare root plants. We dip the roots in tera-sorb silicone gel to retain ample moisture for transit and surround with plastic. This is superior protection for plants in transit for up to 12 days.
Upon Receipt Of Your Plants
Open your plants and inspect the same day received. We offer 3 days to report any problems with your order. Bare root plants need to be planted within 2-3 days of receiving unless weather-related problems prohibit planting. Store in a cool place and keep roots moist and covered with plastic until they can be planted. Water for the first week daily after planting.