Overview
Adiantum pedatum imbricatum is a clump-forming fern in the genus Adiantum, part of the Pteridaceae family, with deciduous, semi-evergreen foliage. It typically grows around 0.5 m tall. Adiantum pedatum 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 woodland gardens, shaded borders and ground cover. It is native to New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Ontario and Quebec.
About
Adiantum pedatum imbricatum is a clump-forming cultivar of the Adiantum genus, known for its deciduous to semi-evergreen foliage. This fern thrives in full to partial shade and is suitable for south, east, or west-facing aspects, tolerating both exposed and sheltered conditions. It prefers moist but well-drained soils, including chalk, clay, loam, and sand, across a range of pH levels from acid to alkaline. Hardy to UK zone H5, it is well suited to woodland gardens, shaded borders, and as ground cover. Propagation is achieved through spores or division of rhizomes.
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
- South-facing, East-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Exposed, Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H5
Plant details
Adiantum pedatum imbricatum size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Fern
- Habit
- Clump-forming
- Foliage
- Deciduous, Semi-evergreen
- Height
- 0.5 m
- Suggested uses
- Woodland gardens, Shaded borders, Ground cover
- Native to
- New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Ontario, Quebec
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Adiantum pedatum imbricatum
- Propagation
- Spores, Division of rhizomes
- Pest resistance
- Scale insects
- Disease resistance
- Rust
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Adiantum pedatum imbricatum?
Adiantum pedatum imbricatum prefers full shade and partial shade. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.
What soil does Adiantum pedatum imbricatum need?
Adiantum pedatum 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 pedatum imbricatum grow?
Adiantum pedatum imbricatum reaches a height of 0.5 m.
Is Adiantum pedatum imbricatum hardy in the UK?
Adiantum pedatum 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 pedatum imbricatum?
Spores, Division of rhizomes.
