Fern, Maidenhair

Maidenhair fern is a deciduous, clump-forming, native fern that typically grows 1.5’ to 2' tall and is most frequently found on rich wooded slopes, ravine bottoms, and damp shady woods. it features finely textured, somewhat frilly fronds that have curved stalks with fronds that divide into finger-like projections. Wiry stems are reddish-brown to black. Crosiers (coiled young fiddleheads) emerge pink in spring. Easily grown in average, medium, well-drained soil in part shade to full shade. Prefers moist, humusy, acidic soils. Spreads slowly by creeping, branching rhizomes to form large colonies over time

Common Name: Fern: Maidenhair

Latin Name: Adiantum pedatum

H x W: 1-2.5' x 1-1,5'

Light Requirements: Part Shade to Shade

Habit: Clumping

Plant Uses: Leaves

Key Function: Wildlife