Sensitive Fern (Onoclea sensibilis) BARE ROOT - SHIPS BEGINNING WEEK OF 12/2
An easily recognizable fern that favors wetlands in the wild, but readily adapts to medium garden beds. Reaches its maximum size in slightly moist, fertile soil in part sun/shade. Spreads well in optimum conditions. Tolerates full sun with sufficient moisture, but its leaves tend towards smaller sizes and pale green/yellow colors.
Light: Full Sun, Part Sun/Shade, Shade
Soil Moisture: Wet, Wet Mesic, Mesic
Soil Type: Loam, Sandy Loam
Height: 2-3'
Bloom Color: -
Bloom Time: Jun-Aug
Root Type: Rhizome
Notable Wildlife Interactions: Hosts one species of moth, and a couple smaller insects. Toxic to horses if eaten in large quantities, occasionally browsed by deer.