5 Tennessee Ostrich Fern Rhizomes - Feathery Plumes, Hardy in Zones 3-7 You will receive 5 Tennessee Ostrich Fern rhizomes. This fern is a clump-forming, deciduous plant with an upright to arching growth habit. It typically reaches 2-3 feet in height in cultivation but can grow up to 6 feet tall in cool, moist wild environments. The fern features finely dissected, sterile fronds that resemble feathery ostrich plumes. It thrives in average to wet soil in part to full shade, with the best results in rich, consistently moist conditions. It pairs well with astilbes or hostas and can be planted alongside early spring wildflowers like trilliums or bloodroot. Hardy in zones 3-7. We do not ship to Hawaii, Alaska, or Puerto Rico. Each order includes planting instructions.