Hay-Scented Fern (#1)

Hay-Scented Fern is a native, fast-spreading fern known for its soft texture and ability to quickly cover large shaded areas. When crushed, the foliage gives off a light hay-like scent. It thrives in poor soils and dry shade, making it ideal for naturalized plantings and woodland groundcover.

Key Features

• Soft, fine-textured foliage
• Spreads quickly to form groundcover
• Native and very adaptable
• Tolerates dry shade and poor soil
• Light “hay” fragrance when disturbed

Specs

• Mature Height: 18–24 in
• Mature Width: Spreading colony
• Sun: Partial shade to full shade
• Growth Rate: Fast (spreading)
• Zone: 3–7
• Form: Spreading / groundcover

Spacing Guidance

• 18–24 in spacing (will fill in aggressively)
• 12–18 in off structures