{"product_id":"ostrich-fern-roots-5-bare-root-plants-matteuccia-struthiopteris-native-woodland-perennial-for-shade-garden","title":"Ostrich Fern Roots - 5 Bare Root Matteuccia struthiopteris Plants for Shade Gardens","description":"\u003ch2\u003eOstrich Fern Roots - 5 Bare Root Plants Overview\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThese 5 Ostrich Fern roots (Matteuccia struthiopteris) are organically grown in the Appalachian Mountains of East Tennessee. Native to woodland areas, these perennial ferns are perfect for shade gardens, offering lush, deep green fronds that can reach up to 3 feet tall. Their clumping growth habit and upright fronds add texture and height, creating a natural woodland aesthetic in your garden.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNative woodland perennial ideal for shade gardens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDeep green fronds growing up to 3 feet tall\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThrives in partial to full shade and low-light conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLow maintenance and suitable for beginner gardeners\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrefers rich, well-drained soil with mulch for moisture retention\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHardy in USDA zones 3-8, adaptable to various climates\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEffective for erosion control and ground cover in shaded areas\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003ePlant the bare root rhizomes just below the soil surface with the bud pointing upright. Space rhizomes 6 inches apart, with rows 6 to 12 inches apart. Use a thick layer of mulch such as hardwood leaves or shredded bark to retain moisture. Before new growth emerges in spring, rake back mulch to a depth of 1 to 2 inches. Regular watering is recommended to keep the soil moist, and the fern prefers rich, well-drained soil. These ferns grow best in partial to full shade and form clumps with upright fronds, making them a resilient addition to woodland or shade gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant Condition Disclosure\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLive plants may be shipped dormant, leafless, recently pruned, bare root, or partially defoliated depending on season, weather, and shipping requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNatural variation in size, branching, foliage density, color, root structure, and overall appearance should be expected.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eImportant Note\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eYou will receive a live starter plant (seedling\/young plant). Listing photos show the plant at a mature stage for reference only. The actual plant size, shape, and appearance may vary and will be significantly smaller than the images shown.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCustomer Notice for Live Plants\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLive plants may experience normal shipping stress such as leaf loss, yellowing, wilting, or minor branch damage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePlease consider local weather before purchasing. Extreme heat, freezing temperatures, severe weather, shipping delays, or unattended packages may increase plant stress.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDue to the perishable nature of live plants, returns are generally not accepted. If there is an issue with your order, please contact us within \u003cstrong\u003e48 hours\u003c\/strong\u003e of delivery and provide the required photos for review.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePhotos of the shipping box\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePhoto of the shipping label\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClear photos of the plant from multiple angles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScratch test photos if the plant appears dead or dormant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDormant, stressed, defoliated, wilted, or transit-shocked plants are not automatically considered dead.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eClaims submitted without the required photos or more than 48 hours after delivery may not be eligible for review, replacement, or refund.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Jayme Garden","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46925662945479,"sku":"sku-50338910961952","price":36.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0792\/2185\/0311\/files\/s-l1600_d3c93138-12ec-4496-8bcb-53e1b855c999.webp?v=1785466833","url":"https:\/\/prosperitynursery.com\/products\/ostrich-fern-roots-5-bare-root-plants-matteuccia-struthiopteris-native-woodland-perennial-for-shade-garden","provider":"Prosperity Nursery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}