Royal Fern, Osmunda regalis, have very long fronds with lance-shaped leaves resembling the leaves of the ash or locust trees. Royal Fern spreads slowly, like other Osmundas, but individual plants remain. After many years large Royal Fern will be in place around a large central plant.

How to Grow: Royal ferns prefer open shade and highly acid, very wet soil. Plants in the Florida wetlands are tree-like and quite impressive. Divide in spring, planting the crowns just at the soil level.

Landscape uses: Royal ferns are truely regal under the proper garden conditions. Use them as tall accents in the bog garden.