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Adiantum venustum (Himalayan maidenhair fern)

Adiantum venustum Photo/Illustration: Steve Aitken

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Hardiness Zones: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11
Botanical Name: Adiantum venustum ad-ee-AN-tum ven-OO-stum Common Name: Himalayan maidenhair fern Genus: Adiantum
Elegant, lacy foliage on black stems makes this maidenhair fern a standout, even among others in the genus. In addition, when new fronds emerge in late winter or early spring, they are bright bronze-pink. Only about a foot high, Himalayan maidenhair ferns can spread by creeping rhizomes to form a sizeable colony. They also make eye-catching indoor plants and pair well with orchids.
 Noteworthy characteristics: Lacy, delicate foliage on black stalks. Evergreen, but deciduous below 14°F. Spreads indefinitely.
 Care: Grow in moist but well-drained soil in part shade.
 Propagation: Divide in early spring. Sow spores when ripe at 59°F or warmer.
 Problems: Generally problem-free, but scale insects may occur if fern is grown under glass.
Height Less than 6 in.
Growth Habit Runs
Growth Pace Moderate Grower
Light Part Shade Only
Moisture Medium Moisture
Maintenance Moderate
Characteristics Showy Foliage
Foliage Color Evergreen
Uses , Beds and Borders, Container, Indoor Plant
Style , Woodland Garden
Seasonal Interest , Spring Interest, Summer Interest
Type ,Fern

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