Matteuccia struthiopteris (Ostrich Fern) 1.5 gal shade perennial native alternative that gives you

native alternative that gives you outstanding bloom without most of the headaches

such as hard fescue and birdsfoot trefoil

This US native produces a multitude of beautiful pale green seed heads in midsummer that are reminiscent of the sea oats found at the beach

double white flowers in late spring to early summer

Matteuccia struthiopteris (Ostrich Fern) 1.5 gal shade perennial native alternative that gives youBright green deciduous fronds This dramatic fern has a tall, arching, growth habit with its graceful, plume shaped fronds. Plant alone as an accent or in groups as a background. Exposure Partial Shade to Shade Season of Interest Summer, Fall Hardiness 2 Width 3 5' Height 2 3' Habit V shaped