Maidenhair Fern | Adiantum aleuticum - Benton Soil And Water Conservation District

Maidenhair Fern | Adiantum aleuticum

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Lush green ferns covering the frame with detailed fronds.

A very attractive, semi-evergreen perennial fern with graceful, bright green fronds and wiry purple-black stems. Spreads gradually to form a lush clump of airy fronds. A great addition to shade gardens or rain gardens.

Habitats	Bottomland forests, riparian forests
Mature height	18-30"
Shade preference	Part to full shade (morning sun only)
Soil tolerance	Moist, well-drained soils
Special uses	Shade gardens, woodland gardens, borders, rain gardens

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Bottomland Forests

Bottomland forests are generally used to describe forests which are comprised of both hardwood and softwood tree species that occur on low-elevation…

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Riparian Forests

Riparian areas are defined by NRCS as ecosystems that occur along waterways and water bodies. They serve as the transition between aquatic and terrestrial zones.