{"product_id":"osmunda-regalis-royal-fern","title":"Osmunda regalis 'Royal Fern'","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOsmunda regalis 'Royal Fern'\u003c\/strong\u003e is a majestic native fern with large upright fronds that emerge with a soft bronze tint before maturing into lush green foliage. Its bold texture and architectural form create a dramatic presence in moist woodland gardens, rain gardens, and shaded landscapes while adding year round structure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeight \u0026amp; Spread:\u003c\/strong\u003e 36 - 72 in x 24 - 48 in\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBloom Time:\u003c\/strong\u003e Not applicable; produces fertile fronds in summer\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLight Requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Part shade to shade\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil Preference:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moist rich acidic soil\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWatering Needs:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate to high; prefers consistently moist soil\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDeer Resistance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Deer resistant\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eNative Status\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis fern is native to much of eastern North America and is commonly found growing in wetlands, stream edges, and moist woodland habitats. It is valued for its ecological role and ability to bring natural structure to shaded landscapes.\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 shelter and cover for small birds and other wildlife within moist woodland and garden habitats.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWildlife\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCreates habitat and protective cover for small mammals, amphibians, and other garden wildlife in damp shaded areas.\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 - 48 in apart to allow its large arching fronds to develop into a full natural looking colony.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLandscape Placement\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePerfect for woodland gardens, rain gardens, pond edges, and shaded borders where its bold foliage adds height and a tropical appearance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCompanion Plants\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAstilbe 'Ostrich Plume' (Astilbe)\u003c\/strong\u003e - Adds soft feathery flowers that contrast with the bold upright texture of Royal Fern.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHosta 'Halcyon' (Plantain Lily)\u003c\/strong\u003e - Provides broad blue green foliage that complements the fine texture of fern fronds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrunnera macrophylla 'Jack Frost' (Siberian Bugloss)\u003c\/strong\u003e - Brightens shaded areas with silvery foliage beneath the taller fern growth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIris versicolor (Blue Flag Iris)\u003c\/strong\u003e - Adds vertical form and colorful blooms suited to similarly moist growing conditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTiarella cordifolia (Foamflower)\u003c\/strong\u003e - Creates a low growing ground layer with delicate flowers that softens the fern’s larger structure.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Cicconi Farms","offers":[{"title":"2 Gallon","offer_id":46790733463713,"sku":"FERN - ROYAL - OSMUNDA REGALIS","price":15.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/cicconi-farms.myshopify.com\/products\/osmunda-regalis-royal-fern","provider":"Cicconi Farms","version":"1.0","type":"link"}