Onoclea sensibilis (sensitive fern)

Onoclea sensibilis (sensitive fern)

General info: Onclea sensibilis is a North American native fern that typically grows in swampy and marshy areas. Sensitive ferns thrive in medium moisture soil in partial to full shade.

Landscape uses: Onoclea sensibilis could be used in moist banks along streams or ponds. Sensitive fern could also be used for a shaded woodland garden or native plant garden.

Light Exposure Part Shade Full Shade
Growth Cycle Select
Height with Bloom 3 to 4′
Foliage Color. Green
Moisture Req. Medium to Wet
Bloom Select
Origin Eastern U.S.
Height without Bloom Select
Zone 4 to 8