Clayton's Fern
Osmunda Claytonia
Overview
Interrupted Fern (Osmunda claytoniana) is a unique perennial fern reaching 2-3 feet tall and spreading up to 2 feet wide. It displays bright green, deciduous fronds with distinctive leafless segments, or 'interruptions,' in the middle. Thriving in medium-wet to wet soil, it prefers partial to full shade. Ideal for woodland gardens, this fern's maintenance is minimal, and it adds a textural contrast to shaded areas. Hardy in zones 3-7.
Sun Deep Shade, ShadeWater HighZones 3–8Climate Temperate
Culture
- Sun
- Deep Shade, Shade
- Water
- High
- USDA zones
- 3–8
Shape & size
- Mature height
- 2–3 Ft.
- Mature width
- 2–3 Ft.
Classification
- Family
- Osmundaceae
- Climate
- Temperate
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