Buy Osmunda regalis var. spectabilis

Also Known As

Osmunda regalis 'Spectabilis'
American Royal Fern

Plant type

fern

size

H: 2'-5'
W: 2'-3'

planting zones

3a-9b

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Osmunda regalis var. spectabilis plant details

Osmunda regalis var. spectabilis is a deciduous fern with green foliage. Grows well with mostly sun - shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in average, clay, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant, humidity tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Osmunda regalis var. spectabilis

Plant type: fern
Plant family: osmundaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 2 FT - 3 FT - wide, 2 FT - 5 FT - tall
Uses: container plant, rain garden, woodland garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Osmunda regalis var. spectabilis

USDA Zones: 3a - 9b
Sun exposure: mostly sun - shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: deer and rabbit, heat, humidity and verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, clay, rich and well-drained

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Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This majestic native fern can reach 4-6' tall where it has adequate moisture. This distinct and lush fern has large leathery fronds which give it a most unusual appearance as it forms large, primeval looking clumps. This is an enchanting fern from the bogs and marshes across the eastern United States. It is delightful planted by a pond, but can be enjoyed in drier sites as well, where it will only reach 2-3'. S-Sh/M-W

By: Forestfarm

Osmunda regalis var. spectabilis is a spectacular, majestic fern that thrives in bogs and wet areas, where it frequently reaches up to four feet plus. Grows more modestly in the home garden. A deciduous plant that forms a colony by rhizomes. Ferns thrive in neutral to acidic, loose, richly organic soil. Excellent for mass plantings, bog gardens, containers, in woodlands and naturalized landscapes.

By: Little Prince of Oregon

Osmunda regalis var. spectabilis ~ Wide mound of spectacular, unique broadly ovate fronds on long, trunk like stems; Stunning! Plant in nearly full sun to full shade & moist, acidic soil. Will tolerate very wet soil. Zones 2 to 10. Height: 2 to 4 feet. Deciduous.

By: Sebright Gardens

An American ford of this widespread species with thinner more widely spaced segments then in variety regalis. It is also a shorter plant.

By: Arrowhead Alpines

Deciduous, very attractive, bipinate w/ orange fertile fronds Zone 2-9. 2'-4', Eastern US, part shade-shade, moist, well drained

By: Keeping it Green Nursery

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Gardening facts about Osmunda regalis var. spectabilis plant

How to Grow Osmunda regalis var. spectabilis

Sun Exposure
- mostly sun - shade
Water Needs
- even moisture - regular
Soil Needs
- clay
- average
- well-drained
- rich
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
- humidity tolerant
- verticillium wilt resistant