Adiantum capillus-veneris (Southern maidenhair fern)

Adiantum capillus-veneris Photo/Illustration: Courtesy of San Marcos Growers



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Hardiness Zones: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11
Botanical Name: Adiantum capillus-veneris Common Name: Southern maidenhair fern Synonyms: Adiantum capillus, Adiantum michelii, Adiantum modestum, Adiantum schaffneri Genus: Adiantum

Ferns are perfect plants for providing light, airy texture to shady areas. Many ferns are grown and loved in our gardens, but one of the best is the southern maidenhair fern. This beautiful fern has fluffy, airy, elegant foliage, which works equally well in containers or in open ground.


Care: Moist, alkaline soil.
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Height 6 in. to 12 in.
Spread 1 ft. to 3 ft.
Light Part Shade to Full Shade
Moisture Medium Moisture
Characteristics Showy Foliage
Uses Shade, Ground Covers
Type Perennials,Fern

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