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Hay-Scented Fern ‘Punctilobula’

Dennstaedtia 'Punctilobula' · See all Dennstaedtia

Hay-Scented Fern ‘Punctilobula’ is a full-sun to part-sun, deer-resistant, native fern hardy to zone 3; we sell it in 1-gallon pots for $16.99 at both stores.

Height & spread18–30 in tall, 24–36 in wide
SunFull sun, Part sun
Soil moistureAverage
HardinessUSDA zones 3–8
Growth habitSpreads quickly — give it room, or plant it where it can fill in.
Pot sizePrice
1GAL$16.99

Call South Portland or Westbrook to check availability.

Availability may change and prices are subject to change.

About this plant

Dennstaedtia punctilobula is a deciduous hay-scented fern native to eastern North America that thrives in part to full sun with average moisture. The beautiful hairy, oval-oblong fronds emerge yellow-green in spring and release a pleasant hay-like fragrance when brushed or crushed. This vigorous fern spreads by rhizomes to form attractive groundcover colonies, making it ideal for naturalizing in woodland edges or slope stabilization in Falmouth gardens. Tolerates a wide range of soil conditions and deer browsing.

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Questions about Punctilobula hay-scented fern

Is Punctilobula hay-scented fern deer resistant?

Yes. Punctilobula hay-scented fern is rarely bothered by deer, which makes it a good choice for Maine gardens with deer pressure.

How much sun does Punctilobula hay-scented fern need?

Punctilobula hay-scented fern grows best in full sun to part sun.

Is Punctilobula hay-scented fern hardy in Maine?

Yes. It’s hardy to USDA zone 3, and Greater Portland is zone 5b–6a, so it comes back reliably each year.

How tall does Punctilobula hay-scented fern get?

Punctilobula hay-scented fern grows 18–30 in tall and 24–36 in wide.