Adiantum pedatum

Adiantum pedatum (Northern Maidenhair Fern) is a deciduous perennial fern with handsome, black shiny stems and graceful, bright green fronds spreading horizontally in a circular pattern. Arising from a creeping rootstock, the fronds are divided into two blades each with 2 – 9 leaflets (pinnae) arranged in a horse-shoe or semi-circle. In early spring, the emerging fiddleheads are burgundy to pink. Northern Maidenhair Fern spreads slowly by creeping rhizomes to form large colonies. It is a great addition to shade gardens with rich moist soils.

• Grows up to 12-30 in. tall (30-75 cm) and 12-18 in. wide (30-45 cm). 
• A part to full shade lover, it is best grown in moderately fertile, moist, well-drained soils. Keep the plant moist throughout the growing season as it does not tolerate drying out.
• Great choice for shady beds, borders, cottage gardens, rain gardens, woodlands, and containers.
• Virtually pest and disease free.
• Propagate by spores.

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Requirement
Hardiness	3,4,5,6,7,8
Heat Zones	1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8
Climate Zones	1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 14, 15, 16, 17, A3
Plant Type	Ferns
Plant Family	Pteridaceae
Exposure	Partial Sun, Shade
Season of Interest	Spring, Summer, Fall, Mid Spring, Late Spring, Early Summer, Mid Summer, Late Summer
Height	1' - 2'
Spread	1' - 2'
Water Needs	Average
Maintenance	Low
Soil Type	Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
Characteristics	Showy
Garden Styles	Gravel and Rock Garden, Informal and Cottage, Prairie and Meadow, Traditional Garden
Planting Place	Beds and Borders, Edging, Patio and Containers, Rain Gardens