Also known as Sweetfern · 42 saves
Comptonia
Comptonia, the genus most gardeners know as sweetfern. We track 1 varieties; the ones most used by real gardeners.
The 1 most-saved Comptonia varieties
Species of Comptonia
Each one is a parent of the varieties above.
Track your Comptonia in Sow
Save the Comptonia you grow and get care reminders timed to your zone.
Comptonia questions
How many types of Comptonia are there?
The Sow catalog tracks 1 distinct Comptonia varieties. The most popular — ranked by 42 real gardeners — are shown first above.
What zones does Comptonia grow in?
Across its varieties, Comptonia covers USDA Zones 4–6. Individual varieties differ — each plant page lists its exact range, and Sow filters the catalog to your zone automatically.
When does Comptonia bloom?
Most Comptonia varieties bloom in mid-spring. Staggering early, mid, and late varieties extends the genus's season in one bed.
Which Comptonia should I choose?
Start from the most-saved varieties above — popularity across thousands of gardens is a strong signal of reliability — then filter by your zone and sun. In the Sow app you can preview any of them in a photo of your actual yard before you buy.