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Five-Finger Fern

Adiantum Aleuticum

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Overview

The Five-Finger Fern (Adiantum aleuticum), a delicate, shade-loving perennial, stands up to 18 inches tall and spreads up to 24 inches. It features finger-like fronds with a wiry, black stem, giving an airy, elegant appearance. Thriving in USDA zones 3-8, this fern prefers moist, well-drained soil and dappled light. Ideal for woodland gardens, it adds texture and a verdant understory beneath larger plants.

Sun Deep Shade, Half, ShadeWater HighZones 3–8Type FernClimate Temperate
Five-Finger Fern (Adiantum Aleuticum) — The Five-Finger Fern (Adiantum aleuticum); thriving in USDA zones 3-8, this fern prefers moist, image 85

Culture

Sun
Deep Shade, Half, Shade
Water
High
USDA zones
3–8

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Fern
Family
Polypodiaceae
Climate
Temperate

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Five-Finger Fern (Adiantum Aleuticum) — scientifically known as Adiantum aleuticum; being evergreen in zones 8 and higher
Five-Finger Fern (Adiantum Aleuticum) — Ideal for woodland gardens, it adds texture and a verdant understory beneath larger plants; which emerge as a pale
Five-Finger Fern (Adiantum Aleuticum) — being evergreen in zones 8 and higher, image 60
Five-Finger Fern (Adiantum Aleuticum) — is a delicate and charming addition to any shade garden or woodland setting; thriving in USDA zones 3-8, image 70
Five-Finger Fern (Adiantum Aleuticum) — is a delicate and charming addition to any shade garden or woodland setting; thriving in USDA zones 3-8, image 91
Five-Finger Fern (Adiantum Aleuticum) — It features finger-like fronds with a wiry, black stem, giving an airy, elegant appearance
Five-Finger Fern (Adiantum Aleuticum) — deriving its common name from the finger-like fronds that extend elegantly from the central stem; being evergreen in
Five-Finger Fern (Adiantum Aleuticum) — being evergreen in zones 8 and higher, image 39
Five-Finger Fern (Adiantum Aleuticum) — deriving its common name from the finger-like fronds that extend elegantly from the central stem; being, image 72
Five-Finger Fern (Adiantum Aleuticum) — scientifically known as Adiantum aleuticum
Five-Finger Fern (Adiantum Aleuticum) — It requires consistent moisture, so ensure the soil remains lightly moist but never waterlogged; thriving, image 79
Five-Finger Fern (Adiantum Aleuticum) — Ideal for woodland gardens, it adds texture and a verdant understory beneath larger plants; which emerge as, image 89
Five-Finger Fern (Adiantum Aleuticum) — It brings a touch of elegance with its intricate foliage and offers year-round interest in milder climates, image 59
Five-Finger Fern (Adiantum Aleuticum) — When educating clients about their new garden addition; which emerge as a pale green and mature into a rich, image 62
Five-Finger Fern (Adiantum Aleuticum) — this fern makes for a lush groundcover or an accent under larger plants; thriving in USDA zones 3-8, this, image 73
Five-Finger Fern (Adiantum Aleuticum) — is a delicate and charming addition to any shade garden or woodland setting
Five-Finger Fern (Adiantum Aleuticum) — Furthermore, it's a resilient choice as it is relatively resistant to pests and diseases; thriving in USDA, image 61
Five-Finger Fern (Adiantum Aleuticum) — The Five-Finger Fern (Adiantum aleuticum); thriving in USDA zones 3-8, this fern prefers moist, well-drained soil and
Five-Finger Fern (Adiantum Aleuticum) — often bi-pinnate leaves.<br><br>Adiantum aleuticum thrives in USDA zones 3 through 8; thriving in USDA, image 76
Five-Finger Fern (Adiantum Aleuticum) — deriving its common name from the finger-like fronds that extend elegantly from the central stem
Five-Finger Fern (Adiantum Aleuticum) — It features finger-like fronds with a wiry, black stem, giving an airy, elegant appearance; being evergreen, image 45
Five-Finger Fern (Adiantum Aleuticum) — are supported by striking black stems that provide a sharp contrast to the feathery; being evergreen in zones 8 and
Five-Finger Fern (Adiantum Aleuticum) — stands up to 18 inches tall and spreads up to 24 inches
Five-Finger Fern (Adiantum Aleuticum) — fern for deep shade or half or shade; being evergreen in zones 8 and higher
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