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New York Fern

New York Fern

New York Fern is a popular and low-maintenance fern native to New York. Its beautiful fronds can reach up to 2 feet long, making it a perfect addition to any indoor or outdoor garden. With moderate watering, it will thrive in almost any environment. New York Ferns Characteristics and Aesthetic Features The New York Fern is a perennial species of fern with very intricate fronds and leaflets that give it a sophisticated aesthetic. Apart from its natural beauty, the New York Fern is ideal for filling in gaps in your garden that could use more greenery. Today, we will look at the benefits of the New York Fern and answer some common questions about it The Beauty of the New York Fern The New York Fern has arguably one of the most complex leaf structures of all native ferns. Each leaf has about 20 leaflets, which are divided into rounded subleaflets. The subleaflets are a microcosm of the primary leaflets, making them exciting pieces to add to your garden or landscape. The leaflets can grow to about 25 inches and, as perennials, maintain a vibrant green hue for most of the year.  It's common for New York Ferns to produce three primary leaflets. However, they can also grow lower leaflets, which are not as long as the upper ones. This gives the New York Fern an attractive, textured look that can add elegance to any landscape. The fronds have a tapering pinnae (leaflet) pattern, one of the features that makes this plant unique. The leaflets close to the base are more extended and start to taper down as they work up to the tip of the frond. This gives them a blade-like shape and a natural order that adds to their appeal. The leaflets are also delicate and have a very soft, fine texture. They can be described as frilly or wispy but belie the natural hardiness of this fern. In the fall, you may see that your New York Fern's fronds take on a slightly yellowish hue - corresponding very well to natural autumn color motifs. In the Spring, though, the fronds of the New York Fern glow green and can quickly brighten up any garden or yard space. This makes this fern a popular choice for anyone who wants to enhance the greenery of their outdoor spaces easily. The stipe (stem) of the New York Fern is only 20% the height of the length of the fronds. The base of the stipe is a dark brown but adopts a green color as it meets with the fronds. What Are the Benefits of New York Ferns? Aside from the natural beauty that New York Ferns offer, there are plenty of peripheral benefits such as Grows Where Grass Doesn't - If you have difficulty maintaining grass in your yard, the New York Fern offers an easy alternative to increasing greenery. The roots take hold very quickly and provide ground coverage of green leaflets. Moreover, they can decrease ugly, brown, or yellowish growths because they displace weeds, making it harder for them to grow where these ferns are planted. Great for Woodland Planting- Because New York Ferns take root effectively, they are great for stabilizing recently disturbed soil in woodland areas. They fill in quickly and help stabilize the soil after various types of harvesting. Prevent Soil Erosion- The New York Fern can take root where it is difficult to grow anything. This will help bind the soil in problematic areas of your garden or landscape and prevent erosion. Suitable for Wildlife—The ground coverage that the fronds of the New York Fern provide creates a natural sanctuary for small, ground-dwelling animals. It can also act as a host plant for these kinds of creatures. Moreover, the New York Fern is a rabbit and deer-resistant plant, so you won't have to worry about it being gobbled up or destroyed by hungry critters. Easy Maintenance - New York fern is a hearty plant tolerant of many kinds of soil. While it prefers slightly moist to dry soil, it can also handle drier conditions. Once the root system has been established, the New York Fern requires minimal watering. They are hard to kill, so they are ideal for people who don't have a ton of gardening time on their hands but still want a green yard. New York Ferns F.A.Q.s Find the answers to some of the most common questions about New York Ferns:  How tall are New York Ferns at Maturity? The New York Fern can grow to about 8 to 25 inches. It stays low to the ground, making it suitable for planting with taller perennials.  Do New York Fern Spread? Yes. New York Ferns are known for quickly developing colonies on forest floors in the Northeastern United States. As a result, they can be aggressive towards nearby growing flowers and overtake less hearty plants. When do you Prune New York Ferns? New York Ferns don't require much pruning at all. You can remove yellowed or dying leaflets as they appear. If pruning is needed, do it in Spring before new leaflets emerge.  How Should You Plant New York Fern? Choose a place that is shaded chiefly but gets some indirect sunlight. New York Ferns also prefers nutrient-rich, well-drained soil. Adding compost is a good idea when planting as the New York Fern thrives with lots of organic matter. How Long Do New York Fern Live? The New York Fern is a long-lasting plant. With great care, it is not unreasonable to expect an 8-15 year lifespan from it. Where Do I  Purchase New York Ferns? The Best Source for New York Ferns and More At TN Nursery, we pride ourselves on offering our customers top-quality plant and tree specimens to make gardening simple and enjoyable. We can deliver New York Fern and other plants, shrubs, perennials, fruit trees, and much more straight to your door. Place your order and begin beautifying your landscape today! New York Fern Does Not Flower  The Latin name is the lypteris noveboracensis, native to various fern species. Ferns are nonflowering species and reproduce through spores. They are often found in moist environments along streams, in woody areas, and deep forests. The fern gets its name from the state due to the abundance of the plant growing there. It is native to a lot of parts of eastern North America. New York Fern Does Great In Woodland Gardens New York Ferns are hardy border plants perfect for woodlines and near streams and branches. They do exceptionally well and thrive without a lot of care or maintenance. Ferns absorb toxins not only from the air but also from the soil. They are bio-indicators and improve the soil composition. New York Fern Is The Perfect Focal Point Gardens come alive when New York Fern is utilized in them. They are often a focal point when surrounded by blooming perennials or native wildflower plants. Old southern plantations from the 1800s and early 1900s are usually adorned with ferns. Ferns are generally referred to as woody perennials. They live for decades and have a long lifespan due to the reproducing spores.

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Roughleaf Dogwood Live Stakes

Roughleaf Dogwood Live Stakes

Roughleaf Dogwood Live Stakes are young, woody cuttings or branches from the shrub used for erosion control and streambank stabilization. They are valued for their ability to root quickly and provide habitat for wildlife. What Do Roughleaf Dogwood Live Stakes Look Like These trees have distinct characteristics that make them focal points of properties in which they are planted. They grow dark, hairy green leaves in the spring and summer seasons. They also sprout white flowers that turn purple as the seasons progress into autumn. They have gray bark, making them easy to notice, and reddish-brown stems. They can live for decades with proper attention and are known for their resilience and strength. How Tall and Wide Roughleaf Dogwood Live Stakes Grow They can grow to impressive heights, often as high as 16 feet. They grow just as wide and can take up large portions of any property. People who want to plant new stakes should ensure enough space for these trees to take root and grow to their full height and width. Where Does Roughleaf Dogwood Live Stakes Get Their Name Roughleaf Dogwood Live Stakes gets their name from a botanist from Scotland. Its scientific name is the Cornus Drummondii. The last part of its scientific name references the 18th-century Scottish botanist Thomas Drummond, who discovered it during a journey across the country to collect new plant specimens. The first part of its scientific name, Cornus, means “horn” in Latin. Scientists believe this portion of its name refers to the tree's thick bark that grows naturally. Roughleaf Dogwood Live Stakes offers numerous benefits for people who plant them on their properties. Because it grows so tall and wide, it can create ample shade for a property. People who want a natural barrier against sunlight and heat can plant this type of tree close to their buildings and enjoy the natural shade it provides. This type of tree attracts a variety of wildlife, notably honeybees, mockingbirds, and cardinals. Creatures like these are drawn to the tree because of the blossoms it grows in the spring and summer. Bees are especially attracted to blossoms because of the nectar in them.

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Silver Maple Live Stakes

Silver Maple Live Stakes

Silver Maple Live Stakes are young, rooted cuttings or branches from the tree Acer saccharinum, used for streambank stabilization and erosion control. They are known for their rapid growth and ability to establish quickly in wetland areas. If you struggle to keep erosion to a minimum, consider buying them. Depending on your needs, they are the branches or cuttings of rooted plants that can be placed near a river or marsh or in a watery area. Silver Maple Live Stakes Are Noted for Their Rapid Growth The best reason to get them is that they will increase, which means they can quickly relieve erosion. This is because the roots will anchor into the soil and prevent it from being washed away. They can prevent the land from sliding away if you live on a slope because they will have too firm a grip. Silver Maple Live Stakes Are Hardy Another reason to get these items instead of planting the trees is that they are abundant and can be collected most of the year. The reason why they are so plentiful is because you don't need to cut a tree down. Instead, you get the small parts you need and watch them grow independently. Reclaim the Land in an Eco-friendly Manner With Silver Maple Live Stakes Using Silver Maple Live Stakes means you don't need to spend much time or money on soils or other items that typically help a plant grow. Instead, you put the plant in existing soil and watch it grow. Taking such a natural approach can help improve or retain the existing outdoor air quality, as there is no need for machines or additives like manure that create foul odors. Silver Maple Live Stakes can outlast for over 100 years if planted correctly. It can survive for several decades even if it doesn't have the best environment. Ultimately, you will have something that will help to protect your property for the rest of your life and may protect your property for generations to come.

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Air Purifying Plant Package - 5 Sq Ft Moss, 5 Black Eyed Susan and 5 Giant Ostrich Ferns

Air Purifying Plant Package - 5 Sq Ft Moss, 5 Black Eyed Susan and 5 Giant Ostrich Ferns

Air purifying plants can contribute to improving indoor air quality in a more sustainable and aesthetically pleasing way. Moss: Moss can absorb airborne pollutants, such as particulate matter, V.O.C.s (volatile organic compounds), and even heavy metals. Its dense growth and high surface area make it efficient at capturing and retaining these pollutants. Moss is commonly used in green walls and green roofs to help improve air quality in urban areas. Ferns Are Good Air Purifying Plants Ferns: Ferns are known for their ability to remove formaldehyde, a common indoor air pollutant, from the environment. They have large, feathery leaves that can absorb and break down formaldehyde molecules. Boston ferns, in particular, are considered effective in purifying the air. Perennials: Certain perennials, such as peace lilies (Spathiphyllum), are known for their air-purifying properties. Save The Planet With Air Purifying Plants Peace lilies can filter out common indoor pollutants like benzene, formaldehyde, and trichloroethylene. They also can increase humidity levels, which can help alleviate respiratory symptoms in dry indoor environments. Moss, ferns, and perennials are natural air purifiers. It's important to note that while these plants have air purifying capabilities, their effectiveness in cleaning the air may vary depending on plant size, species, and environmental conditions. Additionally, their impact is limited to the immediate vicinity of the plant. A combination of plants and mechanical air purifiers may be the most effective solution for effective air purification. TN Nursery has a large selection of Air Purifying Plants

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Virginia Bluebell

Virginia Bluebell

Virginia Bluebells have unique bell-shaped flowers that bloom in the spring and summer. The foliage is deep green, and the flowers are deep blue. This low-maintenance perennial is easy to care for and brings beauty to any garden. Virginia Bluebells are sky-blue, bell-shaped flowers that can grow up to 24 inches long. As an early spring riser, they'll brighten your yard with deep purple foliage. It won't be long before the foliage turns green and allows the blue flowers to take over the show. The Flowers Of Virginia Bluebell The floral buds are initially pink but will change colors once this flower opens. Although they're known for having a sky-blue color, they'll occasionally surprise you by becoming pink or white instead. Either way, they'll have five shallow lobes, a central pistil, and five stamens. One of their more unique features is that they mostly grow downward. This suits them, though, as each flower has a long, slender base before opening its five petals. The middle of these flowers will mostly have a white pistil, although it may occasionally be more yellowish. The Leaves Of Virginia Bluebell As previously mentioned, their leaves will initially be purple but then turn gray-green. The alternate leaves can reach a size of up to eight inches, although the majority of them won't pass five inches. Interestingly, they have sessile leaves toward the top of the flower but petiolate leaves toward the bottom. They'll also have smooth margins. By early summer, these flowers will have already revealed themselves and started to go dormant. However, if fertilized, they'll produce small, wrinkled nuts. Inside these nuts are four individual seeds, which help to propagate the species further. Attract Wildlife With Virginia Bluebell Virginia Bluebell flowers have a more deeply set pistil. Fortunately, this makes them an ideal food source for hummingbirds. Additionally, you may see butterflies, skippers, moths, bumblebees, bee flies, and flower flies. Between their sky-blue coloring and all the exciting wildlife they can bring into your yard, they are a big hit with most gardeners. Be aware that they may appear to die permanently the first time they go dormant. Don't worry because these perennials will come back to brighten your yard and delight the local wildlife year after year.

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Seasonal Monthly Plant Box - Get 3

Seasonal Monthly Plant Box - Get 3 "In Season Plants" Each Month

TN Nursery offers a subscription service where we ship 3 different plants each month- Our # 1 Seller Examples Of Some Plants Are: This plant ships bare-root and dormant (no leaves or foliage) It will not green out until next spring. Nov-April: These months are our "tree shipping season" You will get some of the following (no picks but we always ship best sellers) Trees Shrubs Evergreens Berry Bushes and Fruit Trees Moss   May- September: These months are when we ship the following. You will get some of the following in your subscription plant box: Blooming Age PerennialsMature Native Fern PlantsLive Garden Mosses   Beautiful Vines, Groundcovers, and Climber Vines Plant subscriptions can be an excellent way to regularly bring new and exciting plants into your home or garden. You can diversify your collection by receiving various plants each month and learning about new species you may have yet to encounter.Additionally, plant subscriptions can be a great way to have a beautiful yard with high-quality plants from a leading source, TN Nursery. By subscribing to their service, you are receiving quality plants and supporting their business and the horticulture industry as a whole.Overall, a plant subscription service can be a fun and rewarding way to have a variety of plants in every season.         

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Shop Zone 4 at TN Nursery to find everything you need to plant, nurture, and enjoy your outdoor and indoor living spaces to the utmost. We give gardeners in this area easy access to cold-resistant plants that can withstand freezing winter weather and thrive. Our gardening specialists cultivate the most vigorous plants to help you create the ideal area-optimized garden.

Zone 4 Gets Insanely Cold

This area is one of the colder U.S.D.A. hardiness areas. It encompasses parts of many of the Northernmost U.S. states and portions of some Northwestern states.

Winter temperatures in this area can get downright frigid, but it's still far from the coldest U.S.D.A. zone (that title goes to Area 1). The winter lows are around -30 to -20 degrees Fahrenheit.;

The first frost in the area usually happens in late September or early October, with the last frost around late April to early May. This makes for a relatively brief growing season compared to most other areas in the U.S. But short growing seasons don't mean you're short on options at TN Nursery. We stock the best selection for your area and are ready to ship your plants to your location right away.

Our Recommendations For Zone 4

When you live in a colder area, you need to work with what nature gives you and maybe get a little creative. Not to worry: We carry plants, shrubs, bulbs, mosses, and trees that we choose specifically for their strength in this area.

We recommend ultra-hardy outdoor plants, shrubs, and trees that can flourish in the warm months and hibernate successfully until next year. Some popular picks for perennials in the area include vibrantly blue Virginia bluebells, bright pink Creeping Phlox, and heart-shaped Hosta. We also offer perennial assortment packages, like our mix of 15 flowering perennials (chosen for your area). Packages can give you a profusion of colorful flowers, which return year after year.

Do you wish your area had a more extended growing season? Plant and shrub blankets may help your precious plants live longer.

Or, consider building a greenhouse or exploring the world of indoor plant cultivation. It's a great chance to grow many of the same beautiful plants you enjoy outdoors, but you can control the climate yourself.

Shop Zone 4 At TN Nursery

As a third-generation family-owned business, plants are our roots at TN Nursery. We're passionate about cultivating the highest quality plants for your zone so they can thrive under your care.