Maidenhair Spleenwort
Family: Aspleniaceae
(Spleenwort Family)
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Hardiness Zones: 3-9
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Height: less than 1 foot in 5 years
· Spread: less than 1 foot in 5 years
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Light: part shade to full shade
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Soil: prefers rich, well-drained soil
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Moisture: medium; drought tolerant once
established
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Use: shade gardens, north sides of
rock walls, crevices, rock gardens, moss garden
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Care: low maintenance
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Concerns: no serious insect or disease
problems
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Native to: northern temperature areas,
tropical mountains
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Notes: short slender fronds with small
green pinnae
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Supplier: Landscape Designs Inc.
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Teaching Garden
Location & Code: Shade Garden F252
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