Overview
Adiantum aleuticum 'Imbricatum' is a clump forming ferns in the genus Adiantum, part of the Pteridaceae family, with deciduous foliage. It typically grows around 0.1-0.5 metres tall and 0.1-0.5 metres wide, reaching full size in around 2-5 years. Adiantum aleuticum 'Imbricatum' grows best in full shade and partial shade, and tolerates most soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H5. Suggested uses include cottage and informal garden, patio and container plants, underplanting of roses and shrubs and flower borders and beds.
About
Adiantum aleuticum 'Imbricatum' (Aleutian maidenhair 'Imbricatum') is a clump-forming fern in the Pteridaceae family. It is a deciduous plant that typically grows to between 0.1 and 0.5 metres in height and spread, reaching full size within 2 to 5 years. This cultivar thrives in full or partial shade, favouring north, west, or east-facing aspects in sheltered locations. It prefers moist but well-drained soils of various types, including chalk, clay, loam, and sand, and can tolerate acid, alkaline, or neutral pH. It is of interest mainly in spring and winter.
About the genus
Adiantum, the maidenhair fern, is a genus of about 250 species of ferns in the subfamily Vittarioideae of the family Pteridaceae, though some researchers place it in its own family, Adiantaceae. The genus name comes from Greek, meaning "unwetted", referring to the fronds' ability to shed water without becoming wet.
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Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Adiantum
- Sunlight
- Full shade, Partial shade
- Soil type
- Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- North-facing, West-facing, East-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H5
Plant details
Adiantum aleuticum 'Imbricatum' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Ferns
- Habit
- Clump forming
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Height
- 0.1-0.5 metres
- Spread
- 0.1-0.5 metres
- Time to full height
- 2-5 years
- Suggested uses
- Cottage and informal garden, Patio and container plants, Underplanting of roses and shrubs, Flower borders and beds
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Adiantum aleuticum 'Imbricatum'
- Propagation
- Spores, Division of rhizomes in early spring
- Pest resistance
- Scale insects under glass
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Adiantum aleuticum 'Imbricatum'?
Adiantum aleuticum 'Imbricatum' prefers full shade and partial shade. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Adiantum aleuticum 'Imbricatum' need?
Adiantum aleuticum 'Imbricatum' is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including chalk, clay, loam and sand. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
How big does Adiantum aleuticum 'Imbricatum' grow?
Adiantum aleuticum 'Imbricatum' reaches a height of 0.1-0.5 metres and a spread of 0.1-0.5 metres. It takes around 2-5 years to reach full size.
Is Adiantum aleuticum 'Imbricatum' hardy in the UK?
Adiantum aleuticum 'Imbricatum' has an RHS hardiness rating of H5, meaning it is hardy in most of the UK, tolerating -15 to -10°C.
How do I propagate Adiantum aleuticum 'Imbricatum'?
Spores, Division of rhizomes in early spring.
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