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Tennessee Ostrich Glade Fern

A deciduous fern species typically found in moist woodlands and meadows, characterized by its distinctive pinnate fronds and a preference for limestone-rich soils. It is a captivating and versatile plant that offers many benefits when utilized in landscaping projects. With its unique characteristics and striking appearance, this fern can contribute to various outdoor spaces' aesthetic appeal and ecological balance. Vibrant, feathery leaves are the most attractive feature of this verdant plant. It typically grows in a glade or meadow, but it will happily take root in your yard if you plant it in the right location. Thanks to its hardiness, you can enjoy having this plant’s lovely colors for a large portion of the year. It can survive during the winter, so you won’t have to replant it each spring. Tennessee Ostrich Glade Fern: Native to the Eastern United States Scientists know this plant as the Diplazium pycnocarpon. It grows using creeping rhizomes, so it can quickly fill a garden bed once it is established. Because of this, gardeners commonly use it as a background plant. It can be put in the back portion of your bed to create a backdrop for more colorful flowers in front. Use For Native Gardens In recent years, native landscaping techniques have become a popular trend across the country. Because this plant is native to the United States, it will grow in a wide variety of locations. Ideally suited for the shade, it produces graceful arches and tall fronds. Other than native plant gardens, it is also popular for woodland gardens. The Stunning Fronds Of The Fern The biggest selling point of this plant is its fronds. Once the plant has reached its full size, the fronds resemble gigantic feathers. When it is grown in an area with enough shade, these fronds develop a lovely, light green color. In fact, these fronds can grow up to 4 feet tall. After they reach maturity in the summer, they are typically taller than an average child. Use TN Nursery for Your Professional or Personal Landscape Because of their vivid color, these plants are popular in professional and personal landscape designs. The leaves grow in bilateral rows on either side of the frond. When it is time to reproduce, some of the fronds produce spores. It can also reproduce by sending out stolons underneath the ground. Each frond grows in a bunch that is known as a colony. These colonies typically include about five to six fronds. While this stunning plant loves growing near ponds, lakes, and rivers, it can also enjoy growing in your garden.

New York Fern

The New York Fern is a native, deciduous species with delicate, lacy fronds and a distinctive appearance, commonly found in Eastern North American woodlands. These medium-sized, deciduous plants offer a delightful display of yellow-green fronds that carpet the forest floor. The appearance of this plant is that it is blade-shaped with triangular blades. The plant's blade is most comprehensive in the middle and tapers sharply at both ends. The New York Fern is a type of plant that grows well throughout the eastern part of North America, and it's found in large numbers throughout New York. This perennial might just be what you need to fill certain spaces in your yard that would benefit from greenery but might not as be as friendly towards some of the flowers that currently occupy your space. Let's see why this plant might be a good fit in your current landscape. New York Fern Reduces Soil Erosion and Weed Growth These plants are typically used as groundcover in areas where grass and other plants don't do as well. As a result, filling these spaces comes with some benefits. First, this plant takes root to prevent soil erosion in areas where soil isn't being kept in place by root systems. As an added benefit, the growth of this lush green plant throughout your yard makes it difficult for weeds to take root, preventing unwanted weed growth. The Fern Can Improve the Air Quality Around You These plants are adept at capturing pollutants from the air and making it so that you can breathe a bit easier and enjoy your outdoor space. If you're someone who's constantly being bothered by dust or pollen, consider adding this plant to your landscape along with others that are known to improve air quality. The Fern Is a Good Cover for Wildlife Without the Risk of Being Eaten Biodiversity is important on any property, and you'll find that this plant is a friend to local wildlife. For example, this ground cover is known to serve as a great cover for certain animals like toads. The better news? It's not a plant that's typically sought after by larger animals like deer, which means that it will provide cover for other animals until the cold weather comes in. TN Nursery Has A Wide Variety Of Ferns This plant is a fast-growing plant that will quickly establish itself in your space, and trailing rhizomes will constantly be shooting up additional fronds that provide an even thicker look to your space. If you're looking for something that's hard to ruin and will start thriving in certain spaces almost immediately, this is the ground cover to go with.

Carpet Moss

Carpet Moss is a thick, dense, low-growing, and lush green moss species commonly found in shaded, damp environments, forming a dense carpet-like ground cover. It grows densely, forming a low-lying, velvety mat that adds a touch of tranquility to any garden or landscape. It is a versatile and aesthetically pleasing moss species offering numerous landscaping benefits. Its primarily serves as a natural ground cover and an attractive addition to various outdoor spaces in landscaping. Carpet Moss Creates Dense Carpets of Greenery Carpet moss gets its name from its ability to create thick, soft stretches of moss. As this moss grows across the soil, it creates a charming look reminiscent of a high-quality mats. It only grows to one inch in height, so it always has a low, uniform look. It clusters together into such tightly packed mats that you often cannot see the soil underneath. This makes moss an ideal ground cover option. The rich, emerald green shades of moss help a property look as lively and appealing as possible. An Up-Close Look  It tends to look like a lush, green rug from far away. However, if you take a close look at this plant, you'll notice that it actually consists of dense clusters of small plants. Tiny, feathery fronds peek out of the plant, creating a subtle texture that adds visual appeal to your landscape. Mature it can include a blend of bright green, newer stalks, and golden brown, older stalks. All these gentle variations in hue allow moss to look even more vibrant and attractive in your yard. How to Landscape With The Perennial It is one of the most exciting and versatile plants to use for a landscape. Some property owners find that it can entirely replace grass and create a lush lawn. It is also a charming addition to garden features. Consider setting it between checkerboard pavers to create a life-size chessboard or adding it to a rock garden to create a magical forest appearance. The unique structure of moss even allows it to grow over boulders and tree stumps, so landscapers aren't just limited to patches of earth. If you want a whimsical, organic look, adding moss to your rocks or trees can create a charming pop of green on your property. Enjoy TN Nursery Throughout the Year As an evergreen perennial, it looks stunning at any time of year. This plant continues to appear soft and carpet-like even in winter. It always maintains its bright, emerald green, and golden brown shades, so your property looks lush and colorful even when other plants are dormant.