Osmunda regalis

An elegant, large fern with tall stalks unfurling into fronds which stay bright green all year before turning a warm golden, cinnamon-brown colour in autumn. In the summer once established, spore-bearing fronds appear, from a distance looking like faded flower heads.

Osmunda regalis is a superb plant for a shady spot and looks particularly good next to streams or ponds.

• Position: Sun or shade.
• Soil: Moist, fertile soil.
• Hardiness: Hardy.
• Flowering Period: June - August.
• Rate of Growth: Moderate.
• Habit: Osmunda regalis grows to be large, clump forming fern.
  • Height: up to 2 m (6 ft)
  • Spread: up to 3 - 4 m (10 - 13 ft)

• Notes: For enhanced winter interest, do not cut back down the dead, golden-brown fronds until late winter.