Adiantum pedatum 3a lipstick-like

lipstick-like

pointed blue leaves adorn the clump perfectly

topped in summer with branched terminal heads of mauvy-pink flowers

the seed heads are both a great perch and food for songbirds

Because it is seed sterile

Adiantum pedatum 3a lipstick-likeWithout a doubt, the widespread Adiantum pedatum (Canada south to Florida) is one of our most elegant North American native ferns. The horizontal horseshoe like wreath of foliage rests atop 18 24" tall, wiry black stems. Northern maidenhair fern thrives in moist, rich soil, but also grows well in all but the driest of woodland garden sites. The light, airy, fine texture of the fronds serves as a perfect backdrop for hostas and other bold foliage