Osmunda japonica
Japanese Royal Fern
Item #: 6317
Zones: 6a to 9b, at least
Dormancy: Winter
Height: 36" tall
Culture: Part Sun to Light Shade
Origin: China, Japan
Pot Size: 3.5" pot (24 fl. oz/0.7 L) ?
There are many plants separated at birth by the giant continental divorce and the Japanese Royal fern, Osmunda japonica appears to be one of the orphans. In form, it closely resembles our native Osmunda regalis except that the pinnae (fern leaves) are much thicker and more pointed. Additionally, the upright, deciduous fronds rarely exceed 3' tall. Unlike Osmunda regalis whose fronds can be part fertile and part un-fertile, Osmunda japonica chose an either/or option like Osmunda cinnamomea. Rich, moist soils will produce the largest clumps. A well-grown specimen is truly magnificent!
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Osmunda cinnamomea
Item #: 1366
Zones: 3a to 9b
Dormancy: Winter
Height: 36" tall
Culture: Part Sun to Light Shade
Origin: United States
Pot Size: 3.5" pot (24 fl. oz/0.7 L) ?