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    Osmunda japonica

    Also Known As

    • Osmunda nipponica 'Makino'
    • Asian Royal Fern

    Plant type

    fern

    size

    • H: 18"-36"
    • W: 36"

    planting zones

    • 6a-9b

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    Osmunda japonica plant details

    Osmunda japonica is a deciduous fern with green foliage. Grows well with bright shade - shade and even moisture - regular water. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Osmunda japonica

    Plant type: fern
    Plant family: osmundaceae
    Foliage: deciduous green
    Mature size: 36 IN wide, 18 IN - 36 IN - tall
    Uses: container plant, woodland garden

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Osmunda japonica

    USDA Zones: 6a - 9b
    Sun exposure: bright shade - shade
    Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
    Resistant to: verticillium wilt
    Soil needs: rich and well-drained

    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    Osmunda japonica ~ Upright mound of attractive, narrow, thick fronds; A dimorphic fern. Plant in partial sun in moist soil. Zones 6 to 9. Height: 1 1/2 to 3 feet. Deciduous.

    By: Sebright Gardens

    Gardening facts about Osmunda japonica plant

    How to Grow Osmunda japonica

    • Sun Exposure

      • bright shade - shade

    • Water Needs

      • even moisture - regular

    • Soil Needs

      • adaptable
      • well-drained
      • rich

    • Special Situation

      • verticillium wilt resistant

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • green

    • Foliage Season

      • deciduous

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    Osmundastrum cinnamomeum

    aka Osmunda cinnamomea, Cinnamon Fern

    Plant Type

    Fern

    Zones

    4a-8b

    Size

    Height: 3'-4'

    Width: 1'-3'

    • mostly sun - shade
    • even moisture
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    Osmunda regalis

    aka Osmunda regalis var. regalis, European Royal Fern, Locust Fern, Old World Royal Fern, Royal Fern

    Plant Type

    Fern

    Zones

    2a-10b

    Size

    Height: 2'-6'

    Width: 2'-3'

    • bright shade - shade
    • even moisture - drought tolerant
    Photo of Osmunda regalis foliage by Karl Gercens III
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    Osmunda regalis 'Purpurascens'

    aka Osmunda regalis 'Purple Stem', Osmunda regalis purpurascens, Purple Stem Royal Fern, Purple Tinged Royal Fern, Royal Fern

    Plant Type

    Fern, Aquatic

    Zones

    4a-9b

    Size

    Height: 4'-6'

    Width: 3'-5'

    • mostly sun - shade
    • even moisture - high
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    Osmunda regalis var. spectabilis

    aka Osmunda regalis 'Spectabilis', American Royal Fern

    Plant Type

    Fern

    Zones

    3a-9b

    Size

    Height: 2'-5'

    Width: 2'-3'

    • mostly sun - shade
    • even moisture - regular
    Photo of Osmunda regalis var. spectabilis foliage by Jim Kingdon
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    Osmunda claytoniana

    aka Osmunda claytonia, Interrupted Fern

    Plant Type

    Fern

    Zones

    3a-8b

    Size

    Height: 24"-48"

    Width: 24"

    • mostly shade - shade
    • even moisture
    Photo of Osmunda claytoniana foliage, form by Circeus
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