Overview
Osmunda lancea is a clump forming ferns in the genus Osmunda, part of the Osmundaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Osmunda lancea grows best in full sun, partial shade and full shade, and tolerates most soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H6. Suggested uses include wildflower meadow, cottage and informal garden, low maintenance, flower borders and beds and underplanting of roses and shrubs.
About
Osmunda lancea is a deciduous fern cultivar within the Osmunda genus, known for medium to large clump-forming ferns that thrive in moist environments. This fern features upright or arching fronds that emerge in spring and summer, adding seasonal interest. It is adaptable to a range of light conditions from full sun to full shade and can grow in various soil types including chalk, clay, loam, and sand, with moisture levels from moist but well-drained to poorly-drained soils. Suitable for wildflower meadows, cottage gardens, and underplanting, it prefers moist, humus-rich soil and can be propagated by sowing spores or division.
About the genus
Osmunda is a genus of primarily temperate-zone ferns of family Osmundaceae. Five to ten species have been listed for this genus. They have existed since the Early Cretaceous.
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Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Osmunda
- Sunlight
- Full sun, Partial shade, Full shade
- Soil type
- Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained, Poorly-drained
- Aspect
- North-facing, East-facing, South-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Exposed, Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H6
Plant details
Osmunda lancea size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Ferns
- Habit
- Clump forming
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- Wildflower meadow, Cottage and informal garden, Low Maintenance, Flower borders and beds, Underplanting of roses and shrubs
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Osmunda lancea
- Propagation
- Sowing spores as soon as ripe, Division in early spring or autumn
- Pest resistance
- Generally pest-free outdoors
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free outdoors
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Osmunda lancea?
Osmunda lancea prefers full sun, partial shade and full shade. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.
What soil does Osmunda lancea need?
Osmunda lancea is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including chalk, clay, loam and sand. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained to poorly-drained.
Is Osmunda lancea hardy in the UK?
Osmunda lancea has an RHS hardiness rating of H6, meaning it is very hardy, tolerating -20 to -15°C across most of the UK.
How do I propagate Osmunda lancea?
Sowing spores as soon as ripe, Division in early spring or autumn.
More in the Osmunda genus
- Osmunda cinnamomeacinnamon fern
- Osmunda claytonianainterrupted fern
- Osmunda regalis 'Cristata'royal fern 'Cristata'
- Osmunda regalis var. gracilisRoyal Fern
