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Cinnamon Fern

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  • Partial Shade to Full Sun (At Least 3 Hours Of Direct Sunlight)
  • Mature Height 2 - 3 Feet
  • Mature Spread 2 - 3 Feet
  • Growing Zones 3 - 8

Native plants do so many great things in a cultivated garden. Cinnamon Fern (Osmunda cinnamomea) is the perfect native plant to add cover for wildlife and color to the wet woodland garden. The tall, green fronds are enhanced by even taller cinnamon-brown spikes that are short-lived in the spring. Osmunda ferns are also the source of osmunda fibers used in orchid propagation. Cinnamon Fern makes a lovely medium-height groundcover in large woodland areas or can be used for mixed containers on a shady deck or patio. 

Cinnamon fern is naturally deer resistant and not bothered by many diseases. Overwatering or boggy soil does not bother this fern; you can incorporate it into a rain garden plan in zone 1 or 2. Ferns are drought tolerant when grown in a shady garden. They will require more moisture if grown in a part-sun location. Ferns are the most trouble-free garden plant, and Cinnamon Fern can be grown anywhere in the United States. 

Cinnamon Fern Care

Plant Cinnamon Fern in well-draining soil on the acidic side of a neutral pH. Plants growing in part shade will require more watering than those in shadier spots. Mulch the root zone with organic compost or shredded leaves. This will help enrich the soil and retain moisture longer. Since ferns are native plants, they typically do not require much supplemental fertilizing. Mulching in the spring with compost will provide all the nutrients they need for a season of growth. 

No pruning is necessary for these ferns. They are herbaceous perennials whose top growth will die back fully in the fall. Leave the spent fronds on the plant during the winter. The fronds will insulate the growth crown while providing a habitat for local wildlife over winter. Clean-up of the top growth can wait until late winter or early fall and is as easy as removing any dead plant material from the crown to make way for new growth. Cinnamon Ferns multiply at a moderate rate and can be divided every 3-4 years.  

Cinnamon Fern Spacing

The mature size of Cinnamon Fern is 3 x 3 feet. Plant multiple ferns so that they are 2 feet apart on the center of each plant. Grow Cinnamon Fern in containers that have at least a 10-inch diameter.

Cinnamon Fern Information

USDA Hardiness Zones: 3 - 8
Plant Type: Perennial
Light Exposure: Partial Shade to Full Sun (At Least 3 Hours Of Direct Sunlight)
Mature Height: 2 - 3 Feet
Mature Spread: 2 - 3 Feet
Spacing: 2 - 3 Feet
Habit: Clumping
Flower Color(s): None
Flower Description:
Bloom Period:
Foliage Type: Deciduous
Foliage Color(s): Green
Foliage Description:
Seasonal Interest: N/A
Watering: Average
Resists: Deer, Rabbit
Tolerates: N/A
Attracts: Birds
Container Role:
Uses: Borders, Containers, Mass Planting
Features: Foliage Interest, Low Maintenance, Native to North America
Brand: AB, HPFY
Common Name: Cinnamon Fern
Other Name(s): Cinnamon Fern
Scientific Name: Osmunda cinnamomea - Cinnamon
SKU:
1231003451-pc

Container Sizes

Please Note: The pictures below are to give a general representation of the different container sizes. The actual size/ages of plants are estimates and will vary based on; type of plant, time of year, last pruning & many other factors.

4.5 Pot

4.5" Pot
 Also Know As:
   4.5" Container

 Plant Age:
   ~ 6 months
 Plant Size:
   ~ 3"-6"
 Pot Size:
   ~ 4.5"H x 3.75"W
 Volume:
   1.42 quarts

Quart Pot

Quart Pot
 Also Know As:
   Quart

 Plant Age:
   ~ 6 months - 1 year
 Plant Size:
   ~ 4"-8"
 Pot Size:
   ~ 4.75"H x 4.5"W
 Volume:
   1.50 quarts

2.5 Quart

2.5 Quart
 Also Know As:
   2.5 Quart Pot

 Plant Age:
   ~ 1.5 - 2 years old
 Plant Size:
   ~ 8"-12"
 Pot Size:
   ~ 6.5"H x 6.5"W
 Volume:
   2.20-2.30 quarts

#1 Pot

#1 Pot
 Also Know As:
   #1 Container
    1 Gallon
 Plant Age:
   ~ 1.5 - 2 years old
 Plant Size:
   ~ 10"-14"
 Pot Size:
   ~ 7"H x 7.75"W
 Volume:
   2.26-3.73 quarts

#2 Pot

#2 Pot
 Also Know As:
   #2 Container
    2 Gallon
 Plant Age:
   ~ 1.5 - 3 years old
 Plant Size:
   ~ 12"-18"
 Pot Size:
   ~ 9.5"H x 9.5"W
 Volume:
   1.19-1.76 gallons

#3 Pot

#3 Pot
 Also Know As:
   #3 Container
    3 Gallon
 Plant Age:
   ~ 2 - 4 years old
 Plant Size:
   ~ 12"-30"
 Pot Size:
   ~9.5"H x 11"W
 Volume:
   2.32-2.76 gallons


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Plant Addict Guarantee (Included On All Plant Orders)

Plant Addicts guarantees your plant(s) will arrive happy and healthy, but the plant(s) are being shipped through the mail and accidents happen. If the plant is dead, has dried out roots or the incorrect item was shipped just notify Plant Addicts within 3 days upon delivery. We may ask for pictures but will try to make it as easy as possible for you. Please note plant(s) with damaged branches or wilted leaves will not qualify for this guarantee. Plants are very resilient and will rebound quickly when cared for correctly.

For information on how to care for you new plant please check out our guide. Guide: How to Care for Your New Plant(s)

Plant Addicts Warranty - 1 Year (Extra Purchase Required)

We encourage all plant lovers to purchase the Plant Addicts Warranty whether you’re new or an expert. There are many variables outside our control and yours that can cause the demise of your plant(s). Examples would be hungry animals, drought, poor soil conditions, over watering, disease, insects & many other factors. The Plant Addicts Warranty is a 1 year warranty protecting you from all the unknowns and will replace your plant if it moves on to the plant afterlife.

The warranty is purchased on a per plant basis and must be purchased at the same time as the plant purchase. We will cover 100% of the price of the plant but the warranty does not cover shipping cost. Simply let us know if your plant has died within one year of receiving it and we’ll get you a new one shipped out. We may ask for photos for documentation purposes but again we’ll try to make it as easy as possible.

For more information, please go to our Shipping & Returns page at the bottom of the website.

Guide: How to Care for Your New Plant(s)

Planter Shipping

Standard Colors: 2-3 business days

Special Order Colors: 8 weeks - this is due to the planter being custom made with the color(s) of your choice

Please Note: On special orders there can not be any cancellations

Plant Shipping

Time of Order:

Summer Shipping

  • If there is extreme heat we’ll delay shipping.  
    • We’ll have to review what areas the plants are traveling through along with your location


Once your plant is shipped you’ll receive an email with tracking information. Depending on the above criteria we’ll ship your plant(s) towards beginning of the following week from your order. We put together this helpful guide of what to do when you receive your plants in the mail.

It is important to know that all of our plants are clearly labeled for which growing zones the plant can survive in. The plants are thoroughly trialed and tested in every growing zone before we state the plant can grow in a zone. Again, our #1 priority is to ship the plants to you healthy and ready to thrive in your location. So we will do everything in our power to do so.

1 Review - Cinnamon Fern Show Reviews

  • 5
    Beautiful...

    Posted by Charla Whynaucht on May 09, 2023

    I received my fern quickly. It had been carefully wrapped and was perfect right out of the box. I placed it right away. It is looking good, I can't wait for it to get full grown. Plant Addicts is a great nursery, each of my orders did not disappoint