Dennstaedtia punctilobula (Hayscented Fern)

(Boulder Fern, Easter Hayscented Fern)

Deciduous, native rhizomatous fern perfect for quickly naturalizing any shady spot. Lacy green arching fronds add delicate texture. Height 18-24″.

Deciduous. Lacy green arching fronds add delicate texture. Height 18-24".

Prefers humusy, moist acidic soils. Tolerates full sun with constant moisture, heavy shade and a wide variety of soils including poorly drained. Spreads aggressively by rhizomes to form colonies. Smells like hay when the leaves are crushed in the fall. Deer and rabbit resistant.

  • USDA Hardiness Zone(s): 4-8
  • Exposure: Full Shade, Part Shade, Full Sun