Fern, Cinnamon

CINNAMON FERN   Osmundastrum cinnamomeum
• Large, dramatic fern with tall, upright sterile fronds forming a full, vase‑shaped clump of bright green foliage.
• Produces distinctive cinnamon‑brown fertile fronds in spring that rise from the center like fuzzy spikes—its signature feature and the source of its name.
• Thrives in moist to wet soil, making it ideal for rain gardens, low areas, and shaded beds with consistent moisture.
• Slow‑spreading clump former (not invasive) and one of the most cold‑hardy ferns suitable for northern gardens.
• Prefers acidic, humus‑rich soil and benefits from mulch to maintain moisture.
• Part Shade to Full Shade
• Zone 2, 90–150 cm Height × 90–120 cm Width