Matteuccia struthiopteris (Ostrich Fern) Deer Resistant Cornus amomum (Silky Dogwood) is

Cornus amomum (Silky Dogwood) is a medium-sized deciduous shrub found in moist lowland areas swamp borders

The yellow flowers are very attractive and its fuzzy seed pods set it apart from Greater Celandine

This plant can tolerate some deep shade so it is quite versatile

Flower Color Pink

Photo By: Fritzflohrreynolds (Own work) [CC BY-SA 3

Matteuccia struthiopteris (Ostrich Fern) Deer Resistant Cornus amomum (Silky Dogwood) isA great woodland garden fern that is the most widely cultivated in the Chicago area. Arching elegance in mass plantings. Spreads slowly, but can take over a large space over time. It is however, easily controlled by digging the root corms as the need arises to control its spread. Sun Exposure Prairie Savanna Woodland Soil Conditions Wet, Wet Mesic, Mesic Height 2' 4' Flower Color N A Flower Time N A Deer Resistant Frequently Asked Questions Why