10 Bare Roots New York Fern Thelypteris noveboracensis Woodland Groundcover

New York Fern is a native woodland fern known for its graceful, tapering fronds that form soft, spreading colonies in shaded garden beds and naturalized areas. Its bright green, finely divided foliage unfurls in spring and persists through the growing season, bringing texture and a relaxed, woodland feel to shade gardens and damp corners.

This fern works well as a groundcover in woodland gardens, along shaded borders, and near ponds or stream banks where soil stays consistently moist. It spreads by rhizomes to fill open shade over time, making it a useful choice for naturalizing under trees and shrubs. Plant the bare roots in prepared soil and keep evenly moist while establishing.
Species: Thelypteris noveboracensis
Type: Perennial fern
Plant_Habit: Upright spreading clumping
Sun: Part shade to full shade
Soil: Moist, rich, well-drained to wet
Zones: 4 to 8
Germination: Not applicable
Spacing: 12 to 18 inches
Notes: Bare roots ship dormant; soak briefly before planting.