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 […]
Adiantum raddianum ( Frog’s Foot Maidenhair Fern )
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’.
Adiantum raddianum ( Fragrantissimum Maidenhair Fern )
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.
Adiantum raddianum ( Fine Bridal Veil Maidenhair Fern )
(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 […]
Adiantum raddianum ( Fasciculatum Maidenhair Fern )
A small fern. This cultivar is small but with large pinnules making the triangular fronds look busier than they are. This fern enjoys moist conditions.
Adiantum raddianum ( Double Maidenhair Fern )
This leafy cultivar is a popular choice because of the large pinnules crowding the erect fronds. The pinnules are fan-shaped and overlap. Also known as ‘Pacific Maid’ or ‘Compactum’.
Adiantum raddianum ( Diseccted Leaflet Maidenhair Fern )
Standing erect but with an array of seemingly mis-matched pinnules barely dressing the frond, this cultivar is more attractive than this description might afford. The pinnules range from broad to skeletal. This fern can have a shredded, weather-beaten look to […]
Adiantum raddianum ( Deflexum Maidenhair Fern )
Somewhat hardy, this fern is not the most eye-catching of cultivar. Tolerant of a variety of conditions. The downward looking pinnules are the most obvious feature and can give the plant a withered look. Erect, shiny black stipes on triangular […]
Adiantum raddianum ( Crested Pacottii Maidenhair Fern )
A pretty fern with a more bushy appearance than other cultivars. This plant is hardy but the fronds will rot if watered from above too much. The pinnules are quite narrow and relatively unlobed.
Adiantum raddianum ( Crested Lambertianum Maidenhair Fern )
The fine, twisting pinnules are the most noticeable trait, populating large, airy crested fronds. This plant should ideally be in a glasshouse outside tropical areas.