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Asplenium trichomanes is a small, widespread fern , famous for its hardiness and ability to grow on mineral substrates. Nicknamed Maidenhair Fern , it is naturally saxicolous (growing on rocks, walls, and crevices).
Its foliage is fine, cut, and evergreen to semi-evergreen (depending on the climate), characterized by small green pinnae (leaflets) borne on a thin, shiny black rachis, reminiscent of hair.
Extremely hardy and tolerant of temporary drought, it is ideal for rock gardens, shaded walls, or small pots and terrariums requiring little maintenance .
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Shade to partial shade (filtered light). It hates direct sunlight, which yellows and burns the fronds. In a low wall or rock garden, it always seeks out crevices facing north or east.
Evergreen to semi-evergreen. Retains its foliage all year round, but the oldest fronds may dry out in late winter.
Moderate. Unlike many ferns, it is drought-tolerant once well established, especially outdoors.
Keep the soil moist, but allow the surface to dry slightly between waterings. Drainage is essential.
Exceptional (down to -20 to -30°C). It is a garden plant of temperate climate, very resistant to frost.
Very well-drained and mineral-rich. It thrives in a poor, sandy, stony substrate, often mixed with limestone or mortar. For cultivation in pots or terrariums, use a special fern mix to ensure maximum drainage.
Low to Moderate. It does not require very high humidity, but appreciates a cool ambient atmosphere and should not be placed near a heat source.
Very low or none. An application of quality fertilizer specifically for ferns 6 times a year from spring to summer is sufficient outdoors.
Rock gardens, dry stone walls, crevices, dry and shady undergrowth, or in mini-pots for closed or open terrariums (with good drainage).
Check out our full fern growing guide for more tips (light, watering, substrate, common mistakes to avoid).
Asplenium trichomanes is a small, widespread fern , famous for its hardiness and ability to grow on mineral substrates. Nicknamed Maidenhair Fern , it is naturally saxicolous (growing on rocks, walls, and crevices).
Its foliage is fine, cut, and evergreen to semi-evergreen (depending on the climate), characterized by small green pinnae (leaflets) borne on a thin, shiny black rachis, reminiscent of hair.
Extremely hardy and tolerant of temporary drought, it is ideal for rock gardens, shaded walls, or small pots and terrariums requiring little maintenance .
