Dennstaedtia punctilobula (Eastern Hay-Scented Fern) is a lovely deciduous fern forming a large rosette of upright to arching, lacy, narrow-triangular, light-green fronds, 30 in. long (75 cm). The fronds turn shades of yellow in fall. Eastern Hay-Scented Fern is noted for its sweet scent of freshly cut hay which is released when crushed or dried. Fast-growing, this fern will spread by rhizomes to form colonies. Useful as a ground cover in shade gardens, woodland gardens, or under trees. The fronds can be cut for use in flower arrangements. 

• Grows up to 18-24 in. tall (45-60 cm) and 24-36 in. wide (60-90 cm).
• Performs best in part to full shade in fertile, humus-rich, acidic, moist, well-drained soils. Will tolerate full sun, if consistent moisture is provided. Grows well in a wide range of soil conditions, including poor rocky soils and dry soils once established.
• This plant is a great choice for shade gardens, cottage gardens, or woodland gardens.
• No serious pest or disease issues. Rabbit resistant.
• Dead or damaged fronds may be removed as necessary.
• Propagate by spores or by rhizome division.
• Native to eastern North America.