Maidenhair fern. Deciduous fern with stout creeping rhizomes. Mid green fronds with glossy brown stalks. Max Height 40cm. Max Spread 40cm. Shaded site. Hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Adiantum pedatum
Deciduous fern with stout creeping rhizomes. Mid green fronds with glossy brown stalks.
Additional information
| Generic | Adiantum |
|---|---|
| Species | pedatum |
| Varietry | |
| Common Name | Maidenhair fern |
| Flower Colour | |
| Soil | Fertile |
| Aspect | Shaded site |
| Foliage | Deciduous |
| Height | 40cm |
| Family | Pteridaceae |
| Spread | 40cm |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Spreading |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | green |
| Flowers From | |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Moist, Well drained |
| Protection | |
| Hardiness | Hardy |
| Planting | Water thoroughly before planting |
| Care | Keep moist in first year |
| Border | Woodland |
| Toxicity | |
| Pruning | |
| Pruning Time | |
| Pests and diseases | |
| Maintenance | |
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