Adiantum hispidulum
Adiantum hispidulum forms delicate fronds that emerge pink against the previous year's dark green. A unique and gorgeous fern for the shade garden.
Adiantum hispidulum is called the rosy or Australian maidenhair fern. It is a distinctive species that grows into a small, upright clump to about 17″ high. The young fronds are rose-coloured contrasting with the dark green or green-bronze colours of the leathery mature foliage. It performs best in soils with high organic matter and plenty of moisture but will tolerate dry situations. Use among traditional woodland perennials beneath shade trees and in containers.
Common Name: Rosy Maidenhair Fern
Family: Pteridaceae (The Maidenhair Fern Family)
Zone Hardiness: 7-8
Light: Full Shade, Part Shade
Height: 12-24"
Width: 12-24"
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Foliage Colour: Green, Burgundy/Red/Purple
Class: Deciduous
Type: Perennial
Soil Moisture: Average, Moist, Drought Tolerant
Stem Colour: Black
Fragrance: No
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Deer Resistant: Yes
BC Native: No
Native Habitat: Sunny dry banks, rocky places and open bush and coastal forests.
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Geographical Origin: Tropical Africa, Southeast Asia, Australasia, Pacific Islands
