Cinnamon Fern | Osmunda cinnamomea

Cinnamon Fern Osmunda cinnamomea

THE NUMBER TWO COLD HARDY LADSCAPE FERN USED...

Plant Highlights:

• Growing Zone: 3-9
• Plant Brand: Our Choice
• Botanical Name: Osmunda cinnamomea
• Foliage Color: Green turning to shades of reddish-orange and coppery-golden
• Flower Color: N/A
• Flower Fragrance: N/A
• Fall Color: Reddish-Reddish-Orange and Coppery-Golden
• Type: Perennial
• Mature Height: 24"
• Mature Width: 24"+
• Growth Rate: Moderate to Rapid
• Exposure: Partial shade, shade
• Soil Needs: Moist, well-drained, adaptable
• Water Needs: Like moist conditions  
• Pruning Needs: Remove only the dead fronds or bent stems—do not completely remove all of the foliage.
• Awards: 
• Grown by: Our Nursery

Additional Highlights:

• Pollinator Friendly: No
• Deer Resistant: Yes
• Pet Friendly: Yes
• Reblooming: No
• Cold and Heat Tolerant: Yes

Osmunda cinnamomea, also known as cinnamon fern, is the ideal plant for that moist area of your yard where little else will grow. This plant, which is indigenous to American wetlands, grows well in woodland gardens and by streams, ponds, and bogs. This plant should be growing next to any water feature you have in your yard. Versatile and lush upright greenery throughout the growing season. 

The fibers found close to the base and the new fronds' cinnamon hue are what give this plant its name. These lovely fibers may have previously been used to create orchid pots. Although these ferns don't bloom or flower, they are not required to. Even just their emerald green fronds, which guard your garden like sentinels, make a bold statement. 

Cinnamon ferns thrive almost anywhere and even flourish in containers, bringing lushness and peace to your patio or porch. Mixed planters are given low screening, lush greenery, and window boxes and porch pots as upright filler and a tallll green backdrop. Use in rain gardens, around water features, and at the soggy area where the gutters drain.

Appearance

• Leaf Color: Deep green, with a glossy finish.
• Bloom Color: The "cinnamon" in its common name refers not to its leaf color, but to the unique brown, cinnamon-colored fertile fronds that rise from its center.
• Height: Typically grows to a height of 2-3 feet but can occasionally reach up to 5 feet under ideal conditions.
• Width: Spreads out to a width of 2-4 feet, depending on its age and growing conditions.

These ferns have a unique growth pattern, with sterile fronds arching outward, creating a fountain-like appearance, while the fertile fronds stand more erect in the center.

Care for Cinnamon Fern | Osmunda cinnamomea: 

Plant in partial to full shade, well-draining and moist soil. Water deeply once or twice a week and use Moisture Maxx for conservation. Mulch for moisture, temperature, and weed control. Prune as needed and fertilize annually or with compost. Use SR-18-5-10 fertilizer. 

Ordering:

Our processing time usually is 1-3 days after receiving the order. Orders taken after 4:00 pm on Wednesday through Sunday will be shipped the following Monday.

Shipping:

Our nursery offers the very best shipping processes to ensure quick, safe, and near-perfect results every time. Cold and heat may deter your order temporarily until it is safe to receive and plant your plants/trees in your area. At our discretion, we will hold the order till the threat is gone, ensuring you with the healthiest viable product ordered.

Summer/Winter Shipping Restrictions – Summer above 95 degrees | Winter - Below 34 degrees

Just a heads up! We share pictures and videos on our site to showcase our products and highlight the quality of our growing process. However, depending on the season you purchase, you can receive a plant that is smaller or larger than what is presented. There's a chance you might see a plant blooming like the one on our site, but it's not guaranteed. We often trim off blooms since they don't travel well. When you buy our plants, think of it as a wonderful investment in your future garden! Enjoy the journey of nurturing them to their fullest potential.