Adiantum hispidulum
rough maidenhair fern
Description
A fern with a slowly creeping rootstock producing clumps of arching foliage to about 40cm. Each frond has five to seven branches with leathery segments tightly packed along black midribs. Fronds open rosy pink, maturing to bronzy dark green, and are normally deciduous, but remain evergreen in warm areas or if grown as a houseplant
Mature Height
0.5m
Mature Spread
0.5m
Plant Characteristics
Foliage
Deciduous
Growth Habit
Clumping
Growth Speed
Slow · 0.1 m/yr
Soil Texture
ClayLoam
Soil pH
AcidAlkalineNeutral
Soil Moisture
Moist but well-drained
Hardiness (RHS)
H6
Hardiness (USDA)
Zones 2-8
Flowering Season
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Key Features
Generally pest-freeCity and courtyard gardensCottage and informal gardenPatio and container plantsLow MaintenanceFlower borders and bedsUnderplanting of roses and shrubs