Royal Fern (Osmunda regalis)

Royal Fern (Osmunda regalis)Description: Hardy, North American perennial Deciduous fern producing dense clumps of broadly triangular, bright green fronds; produces brown or rust colored, tassel like fertile fronds in summer Habit: Grows to 3 to 5 feet tall Culture: Prefers wet, marshy areas and part shade Hardiness: USDA Zones 3 through 9 Origin: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa Attributes: Rain garden, heavy shade, rabbit tolerant This stately North American

Known for its excellent storage qualities

Culture: Prefers full sun to light shade and rich

Pigsqueak (Bergenia cordifolia) arrives in a 1 quart pot

In the spring of 1820

fertile soil and full sun to light shade

For improved fruit production

as well as architectural students

It is the source of the culinary herb saffron

highly resistant to fireblight but may be susceptible to cedar apple rust

is a better producer in short growing seasons than most figs

and this miniature centifolia form was introduced into cultivation before 1664

His enforced absence from Poplar Forest leads to detailed correspondence with plantation manager Joel Yancey