Sweet Fern
Comptonia peregrina
Found in the Eastern United States. Submitted by Briggs Nursery.
Comptonia is native to the Eastern United States, but it is well adapted to almost the entire country. This vigorous, rounded, colony forming
non-invasive deciduous shrub has very fresh, sweet, aromatic foliage. Prefers sandy or gritty, acidic soil, but will tolerate practically any soil
type that is reasonably drained. It requires full sun to partial shade, grows to 4–8 feet wide by 2–5 feet tall, and is hardy in zones 2a–8b.
Available as liners and containers from Briggs Nursery (Booth #18037) and Heritage Seedlings & Liners
(Booth #15037).
PHOTO BY JIM SCHUTTE
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