Matteuccia Struthiopteris 5 Litre Pot

Matteuccia struthiopteris (Ostrich Fern)

Elegant, architectural fern for damp or shaded gardens

Matteuccia struthiopteris, also known as the Ostrich Fern, is a striking, hardy deciduous fern prized for its tall, upright fronds that fan out gracefully like ostrich feathers. This bold, architectural plant brings a lush, woodland feel to shaded borders, underplanting, or damp areas of the garden.

In spring, distinctive bright green "fiddleheads" unfurl dramatically before forming a tall, vase-like clump. It spreads slowly via underground rhizomes, making it a great choice for naturalising in moist, shady sites or as a feature in fern or foliage gardens.

Key Features:

• Graceful, upright fronds up to 1.5m tall

• Creates bold, structural foliage displays

• Excellent for shade, woodland gardens, or near water

• Spreads gradually to form impressive clumps

• Fully hardy and low maintenance

Growing Conditions:

• Position: Partial to full shade

• Soil: Moist, fertile, and humus-rich; ideal in damp spots

• Hardiness: Fully hardy in the UK

• Maintenance: Cut back old fronds in late winter

Ultimate Height & Spread:

• Height: 1–1.5m

• Spread: 0.5–1m (can spread further over time)

• Slow to moderate clump-forming growth

Matteuccia struthiopteris is a fantastic, low-maintenance fern for adding texture and structure to shady, moisture-loving areas.

Matteuccia Struthiopteris 5 Litre Pot Grasslands Nursery Winter Hardy Deciduous

Does the height include the pot?

No, we measure from the top of the pot to the tip of the plant except for some of the instant planted screens, in this case it will be stated in the description

How long does delivery take?

Most orders are delivered in just a few days, Smaller items are often sent with Parcelforce on a next day service, Larger items should allow up to 10 days due to the size of the items they often have to be sent on our own transport.

Where will you leave my plants?

We will leave your order at the front of your property, Parcelforce may
leave your items in a safe place if you let us know, Pallet couriers
will require a flat hard surface to deliver to, no gravel or soil, a
driveway or parking spot would be best. Most importantly Deliveries by
pallet courier will require access for a large truck (bin lorry sized)
to get near the delivery point. Deliveries sent on our own transport may come in a small van or larger truck.