The Northern Maidenhair Fern can tolerate shallow planting; there is no need for lots of digging and soil preparation. It appreciates a soil that is rich with humus and on the acidic side, but it can "make do" with other types of soil... not picky. Although it likes moist soil, it neither requires special watering nor wants wet feet. Just let nature do its thing, and the Maidenhair Fern should be just fine.

There's nothing more classic than a fern, and the Northern Maidenhair Fern is among the most beautiful. Growing in a clump, its feathery green fronds arch gracefully in their still state, and then flutter in any small breeze. Offering color, texture, and movement to a shaded area, this plant is self-sufficient and strong as can be. Enjoy the shephard's hook-styling of pink-burgundy fiddleheads when spring first arrives, and then watch as the plant continues to look fresh and fine all summer. Its shape and texture off-set the foliage of other plants, and being quick-to-establish itself, it needs little from the gardener.