Sweet Fern ‘Peregrina’

Comptonia peregrina is a perennial shrub native to Maine that thrives in full to part sun and well-drained, acidic soils. Its narrow, lustrous, deeply notched leaves are olive to dark green and release a sweet, spicy fragrance when crushed. This tough, drought-tolerant native spreads by rhizomes and excels in naturalized settings or dry, sandy sites. Hardy in zones 2-6, Sweet Fern is an excellent choice for gardeners in Scarborough seeking low-maintenance, fragrant foliage.