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Funnel-shaped rosette of bright green fronds of the Ostrich FernHelechos

Ostrich Fern is a majestic fern with large, elegantly arching, bright green fronds that mimic the shape of ostrich feathers — hence the name. The fronds can reach 150 centimetres tall and form a beautiful, funnel-shaped rosette. In autumn, separate dark brown fertile fronds appear in the centre of the plant. The fern spreads via underground runners.

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Características

Sol
Media sombra
Agua
Alto
Altura
80150 cm
Ancho
60100 cm
Zona de resistencia
28
Familia
Onocleaceae
Perenne
No
Valor ecológico
ground-nesting birds, insects

Guía de cuidados

Plant in partial shade in moist to wet, humus-rich soil. Ostrich Fern absolutely cannot tolerate drought — keep the soil permanently moist. The plant is ideal for stream banks, woodland edges, and damp borders. Runners can spread quite readily; remove unwanted plants in spring.

Consejos de poda

Cut away old, brown fronds in early spring before new fiddleheads unfurl. Leave the fertile fronds if you wish the fern to spread, or remove them for a tidy appearance.