{"product_id":"fern-ostrich","title":"Matteuccia struthiopteris 'Ostrich Fern'","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOstrich Fern (Matteuccia struthiopteris)\u003c\/strong\u003e is a bold architectural fern with tall upright fronds that unfurl like ostrich plumes in spring. Forms elegant colonies in shady gardens and is especially effective for creating texture and height in naturalistic plantings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeight \u0026amp; Spread:\u003c\/strong\u003e 36 - 60 in x 24 - 36 in\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBloom Time:\u003c\/strong\u003e Non flowering\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLight Requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Part shade to full shade\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil Preference:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moist, fertile, humus rich soil; tolerates seasonal flooding\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWatering Needs:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate to high; prefers consistent moisture\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDeer Resistance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Generally deer resistant\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eNative Status\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis species is native to temperate regions of North America, particularly the northeast and upper Midwest, where it thrives in wet woods and along streams.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWILDLIFE \u0026amp; INSECTS\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBirds\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvides protective cover for ground nesting birds such as thrushes and sparrows, and the dense growth helps shelter fledglings and insects they feed on.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBeneficial Insects\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe dense, shady base of ostrich fern colonies offers habitat for ground beetles, spiders, and other beneficial invertebrates.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpacing \u0026amp; Landscape Use\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpacing Recommendations\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpace 24 - 36 in apart to allow the tall fronds to spread and create lush colonies over time.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLandscape Placement\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdeal for large shade gardens, rain gardens, streambanks, or woodland edges where bold foliage and moisture retention are desired.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCompanion Plants\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdiantum pedatum (Northern Maidenhair Fern)\u003c\/strong\u003e - Provides contrasting fine foliage texture in shaded woodland plantings.\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHydrophyllum virginianum (Virginia Waterleaf)\u003c\/strong\u003e - Adds quick spring cover and flowers before ferns reach full height.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eArisaema triphyllum (Jack in the Pulpit)\u003c\/strong\u003e - Adds sculptural interest among the upright ostrich fern fronds.\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCaltha palustris (Marsh Marigold)\u003c\/strong\u003e - Offers golden yellow spring blooms in similar moist habitats.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCarex grayi (Grays Sedge)\u003c\/strong\u003e - Offers striking spiky seed heads and thrives in the same rich soils.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Cicconi Farms","offers":[{"title":"2 Gallon","offer_id":45885951836321,"sku":"FERN - OSTRICH KING - MATTEUCCIA","price":15.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"3 Gallon","offer_id":45922224570529,"sku":null,"price":24.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0359\/3329\/0634\/products\/ooffrrtrtrt.jpg?v=1674828875","url":"https:\/\/cicconi-farms.myshopify.com\/products\/fern-ostrich","provider":"Cicconi Farms","version":"1.0","type":"link"}