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Marsh fern (Thelypteris palustris) Plants
Marsh fern (Thelypteris palustris) Plants
This medium-sized fern is unusual among ferns for its preference for sunny sites, although it does tolerate some shade. The fronds emerge individually from the ground, rather than from clumps, and each orient themselves toward sunlight. An excellent fern for planting in masses.
Native to: Eastern North America, including Maine
Growing conditions: Sun to shade in wet soil
Natural habitat: Moist thickets, wet meadows, marsh edges, roadside ditches
Grows up to: 6-30”
Blooms: N/A
Pairs well with: Witherod viburnum, New England aster, swamp milkweed, blue vervain, tall white aster
Wet
Shade