Maidenhair Fern

Dhs. 65.00

Size: 20cm, comes in nursery pot 

The Maidenhair Fern (Adiantum) is beautiful but a bit particular. The key to success is consistent moisture + high humidity.

1) Light

  • Bright indirect light only

  • Avoid direct sun (burns the delicate leaves)

  • Ideal spots: near an east window, bright bathroom, or shaded balcony indoors

2) Water (Most Important)

  • Keep soil consistently moist, never dry

  • If the soil dries out even once, fronds may turn crispy

  • Water when the top 1 cm feels slightly damp, not dry

  • Use room-temperature water

Tip: Bottom watering works well — place the pot in water for 10–15 minutes.

3) Humidity

Maidenhair ferns love high humidity (50–70%+)

  • Place in bathrooms or kitchens

  • Use a humidity tray (pebbles + water)

  • Group with other plants

  • Light misting helps, but humidity around the plant matters more

4) Temperature

  • Ideal: 18–26°C

  • Keep away from:

    • AC vents

    • heaters

    • drafts

  • Sudden temperature changes cause leaf drop

5) Soil & Pot

  • Use well-draining, moisture-retentive mix

    • Potting soil + peat/coco + a little perlite

  • Pot must have drainage holes

6) Fertilizer

  • Feed once a month in spring/summer

  • Use half-strength liquid fertilizer

  • No feeding in winter

7) Pruning & Recovery

  • Trim brown or crispy fronds at the base

  • If the plant dries out completely, cut it back and keep soil moist — it may regrow from the roots.

Common Problems

  • Crispy leaves → too dry (low humidity or missed watering)

  • Yellow leaves → overwatering or poor drainage

  • Leaf drop → drafts, AC, or sudden dryness


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