With its delicate lacy fronds and easygoing nature, it’s no wonder the maidenhair fern Adiantum laevigatum is coveted by plant lovers. But finding a healthy vibrant specimen can be tricky if you don’t know where to look. Not all suppliers and nurseries are created equal when it comes to these gorgeous ferns. Use this guide to locate the ideal source for bringing home a flawless Adiantum laevigatum to enhance your indoor plant collection.
Assess Local Options First
Checking out plant shops and nurseries in your area is a good starting point in your search for an Adiantum laevigatum Look for establishments with robust greenhouses and a focus on indoor varieties The benefit of buying locally is you can personally inspect plants for signs of health and vigor. Check that fronds are perky and lush, not yellowed or wilted. Avoid plants with brown crunchy leaf tips or excessive debris in the pot. Buying local also eliminates shipping stress on plants.
Make sure to query staff members on care specifics and origin of ferns. Reputable sellers will have helpful answers. Local shops may offer a limited selection, but provide an easy option for finding these ferns.
Mail Order Opens Up Possibilities
If local sources don’t have the Adiantum laevigatum you want, mail order from specialized growers is an excellent option. Online and catalog nurseries allow you access to a diverse range of cultivars and sizes. Browse descriptions and images to zero in on your perfect plant. Reputable sellers ship quickly and expertly package plants to avoid damage.
Check reviews and shop with retailers who guarantee live arrival. Hirt’s Gardens, Logee’s, and Mountain Crest Gardens are top online sources. Order during mild weather to avoid temperature extremes in transit. With the variety mail order provides, you can find precisely the fern you want!
What to Look for in a Healthy Fern
When sourcing an Adiantum laevigatum, look for:
- Perky, bright green fronds without browning, spots, or wilting
- A robust root system that fills the pot
- No signs of pests like webbing, eggs, or insects
- Leaves that are clean of debris with no yellowing
- Active growth and new unfurling fronds
- A sturdy, supportable stem and branches
Vibrant plants from reputable growers are worth the investment! Avoid discounted plants that look poorly cared for.
Ensure Your Plant Matches the Description
When buying mail order in particular, check that the fern you receive matches the description and images from the seller. Compare details like:
- Cultivar name like ‘Scutum Roseum’ or ‘Imbricatum’
- Mature plant size
- Leaf shape and patterns
- Growth habit (upright, spreading, etc.)
- Distinguishing plant features mentioned
Reputable nurseries stand behind what they sell. Notify them promptly of any issues.
Quarantine Your New Fern
Once your new Adiantum laevigatum arrives, quarantine it for a few weeks before placing with other plants. Watch for any signs of pests or disease that may emerge. Treat any issues before introducing your fern to your indoor plant collection. This protects your existing plants and gives the new fern time to acclimate.
Enjoy Your Graceful New Fern
With the right Adiantum laevigatum from a conscientious grower, you’ll be rewarded with a showstopper plant for years to come. Take time to find a vigorous, healthy specimen from a trusted source. Follow best practices for selecting, transporting, and quarantining your new fern. Soon you’ll be graced with the delicate beauty only Adiantum laevigatum can bring to your indoor garden!
The perfect addition to the shady or partially shady spot in the garden, Maidenhair fern is frilly and delicate.
Fern foliage adds interest as a background for smaller plants. Mix Maidenhair fern with other ferns for a frilly focal point in the landscape. Grow in a hanging basket to fully display the cascading fronds. Once located in moist soil, this plant needs little attention. Grow in a spot where shade covers the plant for most of the day or a bright area without direct rays. This plant can handle filtered early morning rays for a short time.
The fronds of the fern are shaped somewhat like a hand, and they are very different in appearance than any other fern on Earth. They are deciduous and very easy to grow. They show growth in Summer and look beautiful until Fall when the leaves die back for the season, and the plant goes dormant for the Winter months. Maidenhair ferns will bloom year after year without having to replant. This fern grows best in partial shade in zones 3-8.
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It will bloom the following growing season and comes with a one year guarantee on all Maidenhair ferns.
- Grows Well in Zones:USDA Zones 3-8
- You are in Growing Zone:my zone
Growing Zones:
- Color: Green
- Season: Summer, Fall
- Height: 2-3 feet
- Exposure: Partial – Full Shade
- Ships As: Root/Rhizome
- Warranty: 1 Year
Customer Reviews 5.0
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May 31, 2024 Reviewer: Bill DeJonge Arrived fine but surprised (disappointed actually) that no specific planting instructions accompany the product. But despite somewhat conflicting information, Google and YouTube were helpful. - 5
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Apr 22, 2024 Reviewer: Sallie Allshouse The ferns arrived dormant as expected and seem to be in very good condition. I am sure they will grow. - 5
Maidenhair Fern
Apr 19, 2024 Reviewer: Hilda My maiden hair ferns arrived promptly, carefully packaged and moist. After planting them fronds were showing within three days! I can’t wait for these beautiful ferns to brighten up our shaded picnic table area! - 5
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Dec 17, 2023 Reviewer: Leticia M Leis The mosses came well-packaged and looked quite healthy. Planted them immediately according to the sellers instructions. Thank you! - 5
Maiden hair ferns
Oct 06, 2023 Reviewer: Ann Fenwick Ferns dormant & looked very healthy.