Struthiopteris spicant (syn. Blechnum spicant), Deer Fern Size:1.5 qt thread-like leaves as to be

thread-like leaves as to be mistaken for the hair of a fairy

The flowers are useful for yellow dye

Sweetly scented pink flower spikes are loved by the humble bumblebees

it grows at the edges of moist seeps and streamsides

Struthiopteris spicant (syn. Blechnum spicant), Deer Fern Size:1.5 qt thread-like leaves as to beNative to Northwest shady woodlands (as well as parts of Europe), locals will recognize its elegant habit: Sterile fronds form a flattened rosette in bright green, and narrower, tall, fertile fronds cluster in the center and expire at summer's end. The flatter, wider, rosette remains evergreen to grace winter gardens. 2' tall and wide. Minimum temperature: 20 F Featured on Great Plant Picks: https: www. greatplantpicks. org plantlists view 243