Recommended ferns for your landscape

Many ferns will grow well in most parts of the USA. Some of the ones we recommend include the following:

New York Fern, Thelypteris Noveboracensis 
Description: One of the primary differences in the appearance of the New York fern is that it tapers toward the base where as the Hay Scented Fern tends to be triangular. The New York Fern does share the delicate appearance of the Hay Scented Fern and has bright green foliage with pale green stems.


Wood Fern, Dryopteris Arguta 
Description: Since we are a wholesale nursery we can offer superior products at the lowest possible prices. We guarantee the quality of our products and our primary goal is customer satisfaction. The Wood Fern also goes by the names Coastal Wood Fern or California Wood Fern and is a very common plant and can be f


The Hay Scented Fern – A unique piece of greenery 
Description: The Hay Scented Fern is a very unique fern because it has the aroma of hay which some may find rather quite pleasant while others may find it quite gross.


Steferum Congestum 7 yr bareroot 
Description: Steferum Congestum "Poly Fern" Poly fern is and evergreen that is native to England and has been introduced to other parts of the world. They grow to be up to a foot tall. This type of fern tends to be quite brittle and should be kept away from danger.The fronds are a dark grey-green in color.They p


Pteridium Aquilinum 7 year bareroot 
Description: Bracken ferns are a type of large coarse ferns that make their home on every continent in the world with the exception of Antarctica, and can survive almost every climate with the exception of extreme heat or cold. Bracken is a word of Norse origin meaning "fern". These ferns grow to be up to 10


Pityrogramma austroamericana 7 yr bareroot 
Description: Pityrogramma Austroamericana "Golden Fern" This fern is another type of rock growing fern, which is native to the Americas. They typically grow no taller than 18 inches and spread no further than 24 inches. They prefer a light to partial shade and thrive in hot rocky areas. The leaves are compound


Marsilea Macropda 7-year bareroot fern 
description: Marsilea Marcopda "Clover Fern” Clover fern is an aquatic fern that fairs best in partial or no shade. The fern never grows higher than 6 inches but can spread out to a width of a foot. It is a type of evergreen that requires a lot of moisture and is most suitable for bogs and water gardens. This f


Athyrium Dyemocarpon 7 year bareroot fern 
Description: Athyrium Dyemocarpon "Ostrich Fern” The Shuttlecock fern is a colony-forming fern that occurs in the temperate regions of the northern hemisphere and other northern parts of the globe. It makes its home in riverbanks and sandbars and it grows vertical. The fronds can be 170cm tall


Thelypteris Noveboracensis-New York Fern 7 year x large 
Description: Due to our status as a wholesale nursery we are able to bring you the best products at prices you can afford. No matter what you are in the market for we are sure to have everything you need for any gardening or landscaping project. Ferns of any species tend to make wonderful accents to any garden se


Spreading Wood Fern, Intermedia Spinulosa 
Description: is a species of fern native to cool temperate and subarctic regions of the Northern Hemisphere, south at high altitudes in mountains to Spain and Greece in southern Europe, to Japan in eastern Asia, and to central California in North America. The species was first described from Germany.


Camptosorus Rhizophyllus 
Description: Camptosorus Rhizophyllus "Walking Fern” This rare North American fern is named for the way the fern spreads. The underside of each leaf contains sori, and when it touches the ground new plats sprout creating a walking effect. The fern grows up to 6 inches high and can be almost a foot in length.


Toothwood Fern, Dryopteris Spinulosa 
Description: We are the nation’s number one online nursery and you can be sure to find every product you need for all of your gardening and landscaping projects all on one convenient site. At TNNursery.net our customers are always our number one priority. The Toothwood Fern is probably the easiest to grow among o


Brake Fern, Pellaea Ovata 
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Osmunda Regalis 
Description: Osmunda Regalis "Royal Fern” The Royal Fern is Native to the Americas, Africa, Asia and Europe. It is a deciduous plant that prefers woodland bogs. The name comes from the fact that it is Europe’s largest, most imposing fern. It is also known as the Flowering Fern because of the appearance of


Deer Fern (Blechnum spicant) 
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Bracken Fern-Pteridium Aquulinum 
Description: This particular fern is easily distinguished by its large, triangular, highly divided leaves, with each frond growing from 1 to 3 feet in width. Although this fern is a food source for some wild life it should be noted that it may be harmful to livestock such as horses and cattle; they us


Osumda Claytoniana 
Description: Osmunda Claytoniana "Interuppted Fern” This native to Asia and North America grows up to two feet tall, and spread out to 36 inches. It prefers partial to full shade and fairs best in humid areas and is often found near other types of ferns. It produces both fertile and sterile fronds.


Pellaea Ovata 7 year bare root fern 
Description: Pellaea Ovata "Brake Fern" The sometimes-called cliff brakes, these ferns thrive in rocky habitats. They are native and abundant in the southwestern United States, and South America. They grow to a height of 2 feet in the light shade. They have creeping rhizomes and prominent trichromes


Onoclea Sensibilis 
Description: Onoclea Sensibilis "Sensitive Fern “Also known as the bead fern, this plant is a coarse-textured large perennial fern. The name of this plant comes from the fact that it is very sensitive to frost. This fern is native to East Asia and eastern and central parts of North America. It prefers a shade


Chain Fern, Woodwardia Areolata 
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Tips on planting and care of ferns

Ferns do not require a lot of work. As long as the soil is rich in organic matter, the plant will grow. If you have poor soil add compost or peat moss. Ferns love shade so try to grow them under the small trees—do not plant them under a large tree otherwise these trees will rob the fern of all nutrients from the soil. Moreover, under large trees, the ferns may not get adequate water. Regular watering is necessary for all ferns-this is important when you first begin. 

Make it a habit of adding compost or mulch to your ferns at least 1-2 times a year. To protect the fern during very harsh winter, cover it will mulch or compost. Most ferns look worn out by the end of winter and thus a little bit of pruning is required in spring time.

Growing ferns

Many people do not realize that ferns play a vital role in the ecology of gardens. Ferns are very durable plants and some are exceptionally beautiful. Ferns can generally be recognized by their leaves or fronds. These fronds can vary from plain to dark green, leathery to lacy, shiny to dull and small to big.

Ferns are hardy plants and not very susceptible to pests and disease. Ferns can grow in places where most plants will not. These beautiful plants have an exciting diversity that can only be appreciated by growing them.

Ferns generally thrive in the shade and in areas where the soil is moist but well drained. The soil must be rich in organic matter. If you can supply shade and well drained rich soil, you can grow any type of fern.

There are many types of ferns for the landscape. The deciduous grow well in summer and die back to the ground during winter. The evergreen ferns are durable and can grow even in freezing cold temperatures. Ferns can even be grown inside the home. Ferns usually grow best in zones 2-6. Ferns can be used for ground cover or to make a fence. Ferns do not require a lot of space. Some well-known ferns that love shade and moist soil include the primroses, astilbes and hostas

Flowering Yoshino Cherry, A Beautiful Japanese Bloomer

Are you looking for a nice tree to plant in your yard? Or do you just simply want another kind of tree to learn about? Whatever the reason, the Yoshino Cherry Tree is the one for you. 


The Yoshino Cherry, also known as prunus x yedonsis, is native to the country of Japan. This tree is a hybrid, however the origin is unknown. It is one of the most widly planted of the flowering trees. This is a small deciduous tree that grows from 5-12m tall. It grows the best in full sun areas and in zones 5-8. The YoshinoCherry gets beautiful flowers right before the leaves appear. The flowers are white or pale in color, with fragrant blooms with 5 petals on them. 


Blooms grow in clusters of 5 or 6. It has a small, cherry fruit, that is a globose drupe 10-12mm in diameter. The fruit poses as a food for many mammals and small birds, which includes robins and thrushes. Due to it’s small size, sweet smelling fruit, and elegant shape, this tree is generally used for ornamental purposes. The Japanese legend is that a fairy maiden, flys over the trees and awakes the sleeping cherry trees with her sweet delicate breath of air. 


A cool fact to know is that this cherry tree was introduced to America in 1902. Along with all new additions to your yard, the Yoshino Cherry does require a small bit of attention. This tree is sensitive to drought, therefore it will need to be watered in an area that does not receive much rain. The crowns will become one-sided unless they receive sun all over. Please be sure to plan the tree where it can receive full sun. And for best results acidic soil with good drainage, is the best choice. So get to shopping and place orders early from your local mail order nursery. Don’t forget to read proper ways to care for your trees before planting.

Shade Loving Perennials

Not everyone’s garden has ample sunshine and this can sometimes be a limiting factor when selecting plants for your landscape. However, there are many perennials that will grow quite well even in the shade. Before you decide to plant, evaluate your landscape for sunshine. Some parts of the garden may receive the sun but it may only be for a few hours. Thus, you need to choose your plants accordingly. 

Areas of medium shade often only get sunshine in the early morning or late afternoon. However, medium shade is very common in most homes in the urban areas. Besides large buildings, the landscape may be blocked from the sun from large trees or fences. If you have medium shade, then the best plants are astlibe, corydalis lutea or a variety of aquilegia hybrids. These low growing perennials are easy to grow, need minimum maintenance and produce beautiful flowers.

If your garden has even less sunshine and is dark, you can still grow some perennials like the Japanese spurge and the periwinkle. Both produce flowers with dense green foliage. Another option is the Lilly of the valley which produces pleasant fragrant flowers.

You can even grow a variety of shrubs in medium light. These include the azales, rhododendron and the hydragenas. if you want ground covers to fill in large areas of your garden, then the choices are Sweet woodruff, pachysandra, evergreen candytuft and Vinca minor. Some of these will even grow under the trees.

To brighten up your dull landscape you may even want to go with annuals, foxglove, begonias and pansies. Other flowering bulbs that also thrive in low sunlight are the surprise lilly, Madonna and calla. If you are unsure what to grow, speak to a gardener or a landscaper first.

Excellent Border Shrubbery

Border shrubbery can have a big impact on any size of garden. However the general rule is that one should avoid creating straight border edges. Experts recommend gentle curves can be more impressive. Curves can have a bigger impact and allow for more visual enjoyment.

Next one should select the right plants- either drifts or clumps. Drifts are elongated collections of plants that rest through certain sections of the border. Clumps consist of circular collections of either a variety or a single large shrub. It is necessary to vary the heights and diameter to promote a good visual effect. Of course the dimensions should be in close proportion to the overall border length.

It is best to select several plants to create the desired effect. Random collection of many shrubs reveals chaos and disorganization. Arrange the shrubs in an irregular shape and blend in the colors. The smaller shrubs may be used as a continuous edging along the front of the bed.

Always place the tall flowers at the back of the bed. In general the plant height you leave should be no more than 2/3rd the width of the border and plants should not be very wide. Try and space the plants and do not squeeze in all plants in one corner.

Some of the best shrubs and plants for borders include the gladiolus, holly hock, and the snap dragons. One may even select bushy annuals and perennials. Try not to use plants with warm colors if you have a small backyard as this will give the illusion of very little space. The smaller the area, the fewer warm colors should be used. However, if you want to create a more traditional garden border that makes use of perennials.  You will need to carefully consider the types of perennials that you wish to use because there are numerous choices. While many plants and flowers will thrive and grow in the southeast, some do much better than others at blooming and flowering throughout the year.

Now that you have the colors and the size, choose the shrubs, the peony is one the best perennials for garden borders. It has wonderful flowers and the plant does not require a lot of maintenance. Peonies have a long life so you will never have to replace the border again.

Sunflower may serve a dual purpose as flowers in the border and as background plants. Annual or perennial flowers of medium height may serve as background plants for a short border planting.

Another favorite for the border is the coreopsis which grows all year round. The only negative is that the coreopsis does multiply fast so you will have to trim them every few years.

The helleborius with its late flowering makes a great choice for the border. The striking red color will go well with green shrubbery. In addition, it will also attract a variety of birds and insects. Finally, be bold and creative. Even if mistakes are made, flowers and shrubs can be moved or taken out altogether.

Water oak (Quercus Nigra) part 2

The water oak thrives in wet lands and is commonly found along ponds, rivers, swamps, shallow banks and estuaries. It also tolerates well drained soil. It grows in a variety of soil including sandy, clay and loam. Because the water oak tends to grow fast, it is often the most common species when there is water.

Unlike other trees, the water oak has a short life of about 50-70 years. The tree is not hardy and cannot tolerate shady conditions. Often the water oak is used to restore wetlands and forest that was previously cleared for agriculture.

Today, many hybrids of the water oak are available including the Southern red oak, blue jack oak, American Turkey oak, blackjack oak and black oak. These hybrids also grow fast but are more durable.

The water oak can rapidly cover moist landscape and is also an important source of food for deer, squirrel, raccoons, turkey and ducks. The wood of the water oak is often used for timber and fuel in the country side