There is a new diva in town, and she’s here to make your house Absolutely Fabulous. The Maidenhair Fern features lovely bright green leaves. Although you must enjoy with your eyes only, as in true diva form, she hates to be touched. Keeping your Adiantum draught free is an absolute must to make her happy, and it is also wise to keep an eye on the humidity to avoid her throwing any tantrums.
The Maidenhair Fern is a diva, and she’s not hiding it. Make sure to keep her away from any draughts and make sure to get the humidity right to keep her happy.
To start with, it may seem like a full-time job looking after your Venus Hair Fern, however, you'll get the hang of it in no time. The Maidenhair Fern is quite a slow grower and will never grow too tall - a maximum of 50 cm to be precise - making her perfect for bathrooms, kitchens, or living rooms.
Care Guide
Other Names: Adiantum Raddianum Fragrans; Delta Maidenhair Fern; Venus Hair Fern; Walking Fern
Origin: South America
Light: Keep in bright, indirect sunlight and avoid any shaded corners.
Water: Water when the first 5cm of soil is dry – usually fortnightly.
Environment: Mist your fern regularly if it's not in a humid room.
Care: Like most ferns, the Maidenhair Fern hates to be touched.
Location: Bathroom, kitchen, living room.
Minimum Temperature: 16 degrees
Pet Friendly: Yay, this plant is child and pet friendly.
Propagation: Divide the roots and place them into new soil to propagate.
Maidenhair Fern
Fern Bundle
£40.00
Problem Solving
Curling or discoloured leaves? Your indoor fern needs more sunlight; try moving it to a new spot.
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