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Adiantum venustum

Himalayan Maidenhair Fern

Black stems holding small, delicate, soft green leaves. A slower growing fern, taking 2-3 years to reach mature size. Foliage can be an interesting texture in arrangements.

  • »  Black stems holding small, delicate, soft green leaves
  • »  Slower growing fern, taking 2-3 years to reach mature size
  • »  Foliage can be an interesting texture in arrangements

9cm Potted
$15.75
Currently Not Available
1gal
$25.38
Currently Not Available
  • Category:Ferns
  • Hardiness Zone:3
  • Height:20-30 cm
  • Spread:30-50 cm
  • Bloom Color: Non-flowering
Exposure
• Full Shade
• Partial Sun/Shade
Soil Moisture
• Moist to Average
• Well-drained
Growth Rate
• Slow
Attributes
• Cut Flower/Foliage
• Deciduous
• Low Maintenance
Habit
• Clumping
• Compact
• Spreading
Foliage Color
• Green
Landscape uses
• Border/edging
• Ground cover
• Naturalizing
• Patio plants
• Woodland/woods edge
Planting instructions
• Container Plants
Additional Information about Adiantum venustum

Royal Horticultural Society Award of Garden Merit (1993).

Growing & Maintenance Tips for Adiantum venustum

Adiantum are found in humus rich woodlands. Grows best in a moist, well-drained, acidic to neutral soil, and is intolerant of clay conditions. Spreads slowly by shallow rhizomes. Propagate by division in early spring or by spores. Does not have any significant pests or disease. This Species is not a good choice for dry shade.