Asplenium trichomanes SGP Maidenhair Spleenwort
Best evergreen choice for gardeners seeking delicate texture in shaded spaces.
The Asplenium trichomanes SGP, or Maidenhair Spleenwort, is a striking evergreen fern that brings delicate texture and year-round appeal to your garden. Its fronds feature glossy black stems beautifully contrasting with bright green pinnae. This hardy perennial thrives in USDA Zones 5-8, preferring partial sun to full shade. Its compact size makes it ideal for smaller shaded beds or containers, reaching about 6 inches tall and spreading up to 12 inches wide, offering continuous visual interest.
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Price vs Category Average
-53%
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Foliage
Evergreen
/ Evergreen
Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking a sophisticated, delicate aesthetic for rock gardens
- Homeowners in temperate climates wanting year-round evergreen foliage
- Landscapers needing plants for difficult, deep-shade rocky crevices
Who should skip it
- Casual gardeners who struggle with precise moisture and drainage management
- Impatient growers looking for quick garden coverage and maturity
- Indoor plant enthusiasts without specialized humidity and temperature controls
Performance breakdown
Shade Adaptability
Thrives in low-light conditions where most flowering plants struggle to survive.
Winter Resilience
Evergreen foliage maintains structural integrity and color throughout the dormant season.
Visual Contrast
Glossy black stems create a sophisticated backdrop for vibrant green pinnae.
Space Efficiency
Compact clumping habit fits perfectly into tight containers or small beds.
Maintenance Ease
Hardy perennial nature requires minimal intervention once established in the garden.
Texture Quality
Delicate, fine-leaf structure adds a refined, airy aesthetic to shaded landscapes.
Key Specs
Foliage
Evergreen
Mature Height
6 in.
Mature Spread
6-12 in.
Hardiness Zones
USDA 5-8
Lifespan
Perennial
Growth Habit
Clumping
Sun Exposure Requirement
Partial Sun to Full Shade
Features
- Glossy black stems with bright green foliage
- Provides year-round visual interest
- Compact size for containers
- Tolerates partial sun to full shade
- Evergreen for winter color
- Fine, delicate texture
- Clumping growth habit
What customers say
Reviewers consistently praise the exceptional quality and robust health of this fern upon arrival. The careful packaging ensures the delicate Maidenhair Spleenwort arrives intact and ready to thrive. Its unique aesthetic makes it a beautiful addition to terrariums or shaded rock gardens. Customers feel this specialized plant offers excellent value, justifying the price through its superior condition and successful establishment in various home environments. The overall sentiment focuses strongly on quality and successful integration.
Know before you buy
Yes, the Maidenhair Spleenwort is an evergreen perennial hardy in USDA Zones 5-8. It will maintain its foliage throughout the winter, providing consistent color even in colder months.
Absolutely. Its compact size—reaching only 6 inches in height—makes it an excellent choice for containers, rock gardens, or small shaded beds where it won't be crowded out by larger plants.
This plant prefers partial sun to full shade. It performs best when protected from harsh, direct afternoon sun, which can scorch its delicate, fine-textured fronds.
No, it has a clumping growth habit rather than a spreading one. You can expect it to reach a mature width of 12 inches, making it a well-behaved addition to your landscape.
The Maidenhair Spleenwort is prized for its striking color palette. It features glossy black stems that create a sharp, elegant contrast against its bright green, delicate pinnae.
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