Matteuccia struthiopteris

Ostrich Fern.             

Shuttlecock Fern.

Matteuccia struthiopteris is a beautiful elegant fern with bright pale green fronds which unfurl in spring to form tight ‘shuttlecocks’. The ostrich fern is a hardy plant that can grow in a variety of soil types, as long as they are well-draining. It prefers moist, shady locations and is often found growing in woodlands and along riverbanks. It can also tolerate some sunlight but prefers to be in partial shade.

This perennial dies back to below ground level each year in autumn, then fresh new growth appears again in spring.