{"title":"Adiantum","description":"\u003cp\u003eWe have long been fascinated by the simple beauty of Adiantum (the maidenhair fern plant). Most maidenhair ferns commonly offered for sale are tropical species used as houseplants. Our focus, however, is on offering garden-worthy, winter-hardy maidenhair fern plants for sale including some that are North Carolina natives.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eAdiantum species that are native to the U.S. include Adiantum pedatum, aka: Adiantum aleuticum (northern maidenhair fern), Adiantum capillus-veneris (southern maidenhair fern), and Adiantum hispidulum (rosy maidenhair fern). We are well on our way to collect Adiantum c-v taxa from every continent.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003ch3\u003eAdiantum Companion Plants\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eWe love the delicate appearance of maidenhair fern fronds. They blend well into the shade garden. The fronds are often highlighted with a wiry black midrib which really helps them stand out. Try combining Maidenhair fern with \u003ca title=\"hosta - plantain lily\" href=\"\/collections\/hosta-plant-blue-variegated-large-small-miniature-plantain-lily\"\u003ehosta\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca title=\"pulmonaria\" href=\"\/blogs\/articles\/pulmonaria-lungworts\"\u003epulmonaria\u003c\/a\u003e, and \u003ca title=\"tricyrtis - toad lily\" href=\"\/blogs\/articles\/tricyrtis-toad-lily-bulbs-hirta\"\u003etricyrtis\u003c\/a\u003e. We think you'll really like the combination. Or you could plant your maidenhair fern under your maidenhair tree (Ginkgo)!\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003ch3\u003eMedicinal Usage\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eThe maidenhair fern is traditionally prized for its medicinal properties, although we advocate it only as a garden fern. Worldwide, maidenhair ferns, are used to treat coughs, congestion, bronchitis, menstrual cramps, and oddly enough (given that it is called Maidenhair fern), hair loss.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003ch3\u003eGrowing Conditions\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eAdiantum ferns are typically found on neutral to alkaline moist soils. Some are also \u003ca title=\"salt tolerant plants\" href=\"\/collections\/salt-tolerant-perennials-seaside-plants\"\u003esalt tolerant plants\u003c\/a\u003e. Despite their dainty appearance, maidenhair ferns are tough, easy-to-grow shade perennials that are deer-resistant too. Although typically found in deep shade, the maidenhair fern, seems to enjoy an hour or two of sun, especially in the early morning hours. If you're looking to buy a maidenhair fern, we hope you'll check our list of adiantum for sale.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003ch3\u003eAdditional Adiantum Resources\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eIf you would like to learn more about these amazing ferns, check out our article about the genus \u003ca title=\"Read more about adiantum\" href=\"https:\/\/www.plantdelights.sbs\/blogs\/articles\/plant-profile-adiantum-maidenhair-fern\"\u003eAdiantum\u003c\/a\u003e by former Juniper Level Botanic Garden Director of Horticulture and Gardens Dr. Patrick McMillan.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eAlso, check out our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/blog.jlbg.org\/tag\/maidenhair-fern\/\"\u003eblog posts about maidenhair fern\u003c\/a\u003e over at the JLBG blog.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"adiantum-pedatum-northern-maidenhair-fern","title":"Adiantum pedatum","description":"\u003cp\u003eWithout a doubt, the widespread Adiantum pedatum (Canada south to Florida) is one of our most elegant North American native ferns. The horizontal horseshoe-like wreath of foliage rests atop 18-24\" tall, wiry black stems. Northern maidenhair fern thrives in moist, rich soil, but also grows well in all but the driest of woodland garden sites. The light, airy, fine texture of the fronds serves as a perfect backdrop for hostas and other bold foliage plants. In early April, this deciduous native fern unfurls for a true Kodak moment. In 10 years, expect a 2' wide deer-resistant clump. In the 1900s, it was used medicinally to treat arthritis, asthma, nasal congestion, wound bleeding, and to cleanse and condition shiny hair...better plant several clumps.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eGrowing Conditions\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eNorthern maidenhair fern prefers a cool, moist soil, but thrives in hot, humid climates as long as the soil doesn't stay dry for extended periods. This North American native often occurs naturally on calcium-rich soils, although they also perform well in woodland garden conditions on slightly acidic soils. They prefer light, open shade and do not thrive well in either part of full sun conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003ch3\u003eGarden Maintenance\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eBecause it's deciduous, it really doesn't require any garden maintenance since it dies back to the ground on its own in fall. There are not any significant pest issues for this and most other maidenhair ferns. If you continue to plant in your shade garden throughout the fall and winter, be sure to mark your clumps while they are in foliage to keep from losing track of them while they are dormant.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003ch3\u003eNomenclature\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eAdiantum pedatum is often confused with Adiantum aleuticum, which has a more Northerly distribution as well as being most prevalent in the US Pacific Northwest.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eWatch our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/youtube.com\/shorts\/lim3J8rxb48\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ePlant Spotligh\u003c\/a\u003et video for more information.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Plant Delights Nursery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":21000236485,"sku":"320","price":23.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1527\/8799\/files\/Adiantum-pedatum.i-320.s-62079.r-1.jpg?v=1790941328"},{"product_id":"adiantum-venustum-himalayan-maidenhair-fern","title":"Adiantum venustum","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis dainty-looking evergreen gem is amazingly cold hardy but less thrilled with long hot summers. However, when given enough summer moisture, it has performed admirably in our NC woodland garden. While slow to get started, Adiantum venustum makes a nice patch to 3' wide in 5-10 years, depending on the quality of soil preparation. In 1996, we saw Adiantum venustum growing at 11,000' elevation on a rocky outcrop in the mountains of Yunnan, China...a testament to its ruggedness. In cultivation, Adiantum venustum is a superb, easy-to-grow, deer-resistant, evergreen groundcover for the woodland garden! According to the late Dr. John Mickel, author of Ferns for American Gardens, \"The Himalayan maidenhair has become one of the great all-time ferns.\" \u003c\/p\u003e ","brand":"Plant Delights Nursery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":21025517189,"sku":"3658","price":23.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1527\/8799\/files\/Adiantum-venustum.i-3658.s-63286.r-1.jpg?v=1790263179"},{"product_id":"adiantum-mairisii","title":"Adiantum mairisii","description":"\u003cp\u003eNot to be confused with the Chinese Adiantum mariesii, this reported hybrid of Adiantum capillus-veneris and an unknown baby daddy was discovered around 1885 at the UK's Mairis \u0026amp; Co. Nursery and subsequently named by Chelsea Physic Garden Curator and fern collector Thomas Moore. Adiantum x mairisii performs like a vigorous clone of southern maidenhair fern but with very good winter hardiness. Expect a 3' wide deer-resistant patch of 20\" tall, lacy maidenhair foliage in 5 years (NC). Our plants thrive in half day sun, as long as the ground doesn't stay bone dry.  Our first experience with the sterile Adiantum x mairisii was in 1993, thanks to a gift from the late fern collector Nancy Swell of Virginia.\u003c\/p\u003e ","brand":"Plant Delights Nursery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":21026149701,"sku":"4799","price":23.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1527\/8799\/files\/Adiantum-mairisii.i-4799.s-63554.r-1_546ce83a-3414-4994-b670-a771dfcf73ae.jpg?v=1790365056"},{"product_id":"adiantum-hispidulum-mt-haleakala-maidenhair-fern","title":"Adiantum hispidulum Mt Haleakala","description":"\u003cp\u003eAdiantum hispidulum 'Mt. Haleakala' is our 2004 Plant Delights\/JLBG introduction. Rosy maidenhair fern is commonly grown as a houseplant, but few gardeners realize its winter hardiness. Regular Adiantum hispidulum is reliable in warmer parts of Zone 8, but this rare form has been fine in our Zone 7b\/8a woodland garden since 2003. Adiantum hispidulum 'Mt. Haleakala' makes an attractive 1' tall x 1' wide clump with fronds that emerge rosy red...hence, the common name. Our spores came from 5,000' near the top of Maui's famed Mt. Haleakala.\u003c\/p\u003e ","brand":"Plant Delights Nursery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":21027080325,"sku":"5934","price":23.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1527\/8799\/files\/Adiantum-hispidulum-Mt-Haleakala.i-5934.s-62777.r-1_e00b81ea-abfb-41bb-990d-a7dd7a36795d.jpg?v=1792006023"},{"product_id":"adiantum-aleuticum-imbricatum","title":"Adiantum aleuticum Imbricatum","description":"\u003cp\u003eAlthough the name indicates this fern is from the Aleutian Islands, Adiantum aleuticum is actually native throughout the western United States and into northern Mexico, as well as a few eastern US states (Pennsylvania, West Virginia, and Wisconsin). Adiantum aleuticum is similar in form to \u003ca title=\"Adiantum pedatum\" href=\"https:\/\/www.plantdelights.sbs\/products\/adiantum-pedatum-northern-maidenhair-fern\"\u003eAdiantum pedatum\u003c\/a\u003e with its fan-shaped, finger-like fronds atop a thin black stalk. The cultivar Adiantum aleuticum 'Imbricatum' is a dwarf form of this lovely clumping deciduous fern that matures at 10\" tall, about half the height of the typical species. Adiantum aleuticum is much more robust in a moist environment with a few hours of morning sun.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eGrowing Conditions:\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eAleutian Northern maidenhair fern prefers a cool, moist soil, but thrives in hot, humid climates as long as the soil doesn't stay dry for extended periods. The North American native Adiantum aleuticum often occurs naturally on calcium-rich soils, although they also perform well in woodland garden conditions on slightly acidic soils. They prefer light, open shade and do not thrive well in either part of full sun conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003ch3\u003eGarden Maintenance:\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eBecause Adiantum aleuticum is deciduous, it really doesn't require any garden maintenance since it dies back to the ground on its own in fall. There are not any significant pest issues for this and most other maidenhair ferns. If you continue to plant in your shade garden, be sure to mark your clumps while they are in foliage to keep from losing track of them while they are dormant.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003ch3\u003eNomenclature:\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eAdiantum pedatum is often confused with Adiantum aleuticum, which has a more Northerly distribution as well as being most prevalent in the US Pacific Northwest.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Plant Delights Nursery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":21029604485,"sku":"9827","price":23.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1527\/8799\/files\/Adiantum-aleuticum-Imbricatum.i-9827.s-62671.r-1.jpg?v=1791371802"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1527\/8799\/collections\/Adiantum-capillus-veneris-Bermuda-Run-1900x350_345f5335-1467-4ae5-8bee-672ec14f4059.jpg?v=1715284847","url":"https:\/\/www.plantdelights.sbs\/collections\/adiantum-maidenhair-fern.oembed","provider":"Plant Delights Nursery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}