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Adiantum pedatum

Family Pteridaceae
Plant Type fern
Zone USDA:   3a - 8b   RHS:   H   EGF:   H1 - H4   Australia:   1 - 2  
Care Level low, easy, suitable for beginners.
Height 30 - 75 cm (1 - 2.5 ft)
Spread 30 - 45 cm (12 - 18 in)
Light partial shade to shade
Soil Moisture average, well-drained
Soil Type clay
Soil pH acidic

Description The showy matte foliage is greyish green in colour and fine in texture. A specimen plant, Adiantum pedatum (American maidenhair fern) can help you create a focal point in your garden design.
Typical Uses Accent, alpine or rock garden, border, container, cut flowers, edging, mass planting, specimen, wild flower and woodland.
Special Characteristics This plant has a natural ability to resist deer and rabbits.
Cautions Depending upon your local conditions, Adiantum pedatum (American maidenhair fern) may be invasive.