Hayscented Fern is a deciduous fern native to the eastern states with lacy erect to arching light green fronds that turn yellow in fall. The fronds are aromatic and give off a freshly-cut grass scent when brushed or damaged. Thrives in rich, moist, acidic soils with some shade . Some drought tolerance once established. * Deciduous ferns may still be dormant until late spring. This will appear that we've delivered a pot full of dirt however a healthy robust fern is awaiting inside. Type: Fern Origins: Northeast U.S. and Appalachian Mountains Height: 1.5' - 2’ Spread: 2’ - 3’ Spacing: 2.5’ USDA Hardiness Zone: 3 - 8 Culture: Part Sun , Full Shade Bloom Color: N/A Season of Interest: Fall MAINTENANCE NEEDS: Low Maintenance. No serious pests or diseases. May experience decline in hot summer climates in late summer. Spreads aggressively. Tolerates full sun with consistent moisture. LANDSCAPE USES: Accents or Group Plantings, Borders , Woodland Garden , Rock Gardens , Naturalized Areas , Native Gardens , Containers. COMPANION PLANTS: Astilbe , Hosta , Coral Bells IMAGES: Photo by Kevin Faccenda , Dennstaedtia punctilobula , (2) Jaknouse , Dennstaedtia punctilobula2 , CC BY 3.0 , (3) Plant Image Library , Dennstaedtia punctilobula (28510714722) , CC BY-SA 2.0 * As plants have ranges in appearance they may not appear as the images shown.