This leafy cultivar, Also known as ‘Pacific Maid’ or ‘Double Maidenhair’, is a popular choice because of the large pinnules crowding the erect fronds. The pinnules are fan-shaped.

‘Bausei’, often called cultivar B’, is a tall erect fern with nicely spaced pinnules that are irregular. Sometimes seen with a white fleck due to a lack of chlorophyll.

The fronds on this fern are noticeably crested, and the pinnules appear a little crowded amid the cresting. New growth is pale pink. It is an attractive cultivar but not commonly found. From Queensland, Australia.

An large, attractive cultivar that is quite variable in appearance. Typically with large triangular, lacy fronds and lobed pinnules. Spreads quickly. Also known by the cultivar names ‘Frog’s Foot’ and ‘Fragrantissimum Dearii’.

The long arched fronds culminate in groups of pinnules that seem to fight for space at the end of the frond. The pinnules are lobed deeply. From Australia.

The most noticeable characteristic of this plant are the large fronds and the large, yet delicate pinnules that are lobed with polished brown stripes. It is reproduced by division only. From England.

Sometimes referred to as ‘Gracilis’, this evergreen fern has triangular, pendant fronds with oblong segments that taper at the bases. Grows to 32 inches tall. Fronds often emerge pale pink and darken with age. Best suited to temperatures above 45 […]

A large, attractive cultivar that is quite variable in appearance. Typically with large, dark green triangular fronds and lobed pinnules. Spreads quickly. Also known as ‘Lawsonianum’ and ‘Fagrantissimum Dearii’.

Much variation is apparent within this cultivar. A hardy and attractive fern, this cultivar has a characteristic dark green color and enjoys a moist, slightly alkaline soil.

(Plant width:Fronds can be 20 inches long.) (Plant height:Stipes up to 10 inches.) This cultivar is a weeping habit and enjoys moist environs. It has a more delicate appearance than many other ferns of the same species. It’s often grown […]