Ostrich fern, Matteuccia struthiopteris

zones 3–7, this fern is ideal for woodland gardens, rain gardens, streamside plantings, shaded slopes, naturalized areas, and mass plantings, it’s especially useful for filling cool, damp spaces where other plants struggle. In spring, harvest the edible fiddleheads and steam for a bright spring vegetable. Key Features: One of the best groundcovers for shady areas Fiddleheads are edible Graceful arching fronds emerge in spring to create vase-shaped Tolerates wet soils but adapted to average garden soil Plant Details: Height: 3-6 ft. | Spread: 5-8' Light: part shade - full shade Soil: Average to wet Zones: 3-7