Southern Maidenhair Fern, Adiantum capillus-veneris

Bring a touch of elegance to shady gardens with Southern maidenhair fern (Adiantum capillus-veneris) Its graceful, fan-shaped leaflets float on wiry black stems, creating a refined, airy texture that brightens woodland settings. Hardy in Zones 7-10, it thrives in moist, humus-rich soil and partial to full shade. Its lush foliage provides habitat and cover for garden wildlife. Perfect for shade gardens, woodland plantings, native gardens, containers, rock gardens, and naturalized areas, this low-maintenance fern is a beautiful choice for adding softness and character to cool, sheltered spaces.

Key Features:

• Graceful, drooping growth habit
• Fine texture pairs well with coarse textured plants like heuchera, waterleaf, and umbrellaleaf
• Great for naturalizing
• Tolerates heavy shade
• Low maintenance

Plant Details:
Height: 9-18 in. | Spread: 9-18 in.
Light: Partial shade to full shade
Soil: Medium moisture
Zones: 7-10