PlantFiles: Delta Maidenhair Fern
Adiantum raddianum 'Pacific Maid'

I would say this is without a doubt THE lushest looking Adiantum there is. When well grown it looks almost edible. Prefers a very rich potting soil,maybe best grown with feet in a shallow saucer of water,protected from wind. In one season mine has grown from a 3" pot, to a pot filling 8" pot. Does appreciate feeding a few times per summer. Give warmer summer temps than most Adiantum sp. Like most Maidenhair's they enjoy a few hours of morning sun and bright indirect light afterwords. Not for dark,dim areas.

This fern has done well on our front porch, where it is shaded from the sun and protected from strong winds. Needs to be sprayed daily with filtered water, and fed (diluted fish emulsion) about every two-three weeks. Protect from slugs and snails. The 'Pacific Maid' Delta Maidenhair Fern is commonly found for sale in plant nurseries locally.