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Are you searching for where to buy maidenhair fern in New Zealand? Whether you’re looking to enhance your home with lush, delicate greenery or add an eye-catching fern to your garden, maidenhair ferns are a beautiful choice for plant lovers. Their graceful, lacy foliage and gentle appearance make them a popular pick for both indoor and shaded outdoor spaces. If you want to know exactly where to buy maidenhair fern, you’re in the right place—our nursery offers a fantastic selection, including special New Zealand species and rare varieties.

Muehlenbeckia complexa (Pohuehue) growing as a topiary hedge.

Muehlenbeckia complexa (Pohuehue)

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Muehlenbeckia complexa (Pohuehue) is a vigorous, hardy NZ native climber or groundcover. It features wiry, twining stems and small, glossy green leaves that create dense coverage. Growing up to 4 m wide and 2 m high, it’s perfect for fences, banks, or walls. Pohuehue tolerates wind, salt spray, and dry conditions once established.

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Suited to regions: All regions
Plant type: Groundcover Plants
Height: 30 cm
Spread: 2.00 m
Flowering time: Summer
Tolerances: Coastal, Extended dry periods, Hardy, Wind
Garden uses: Arches, Banks, Borders, Containers, Ground covering, Living areas, Paths & Steps, Patios, Pool areas, Topiary, Walls
Garden styles: Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern, Native
A Ginkgo biloba 'Little Weeper' tree in a mixed planting.

Ginkgo 'Little Weeper'

Ginkgo 'Little Weeper', commonly known as the Maidenhair Tree, is grown for its colourful foliage and weeping growth habit. This deciduous tree has distinctive, fan-shaped, rich green leaves that are held on branches that are carried with a gentle arch. The leaves turn bright yellow in autumn before falling, forming a golden carpet around the tree.

From $387.55

Suited to regions: All regions
Plant type: Trees
Height: 3.00 m
Spread: 2.00 m
Tolerances: Hardy
Garden uses: Parks, Ponds, Specimen
Garden styles: Alpine, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern
An Asplenium bulbiferum (Hen and Chicken Fern) growing in a shaded postion and displaying lush, green fronds.
Asplenium bulbiferum (Hen And Chicken Fern)

Asplenium bulbiferum, commonly known as the Hen and Chicken Fern or Pikopiko Fern, is a popular NZ native prized for its lush, arching fronds and...

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Colourful Ginkgo biloba 'Fastigiata' trees with yellow, autumn foliage.
Ginkgo 'Fastigiata'

Ginkgo 'Fastigiata' is a narrow, upright form of the Maidenhair Tree, ideal for smaller spaces or formal plantings. It grows to around 10 to 12...

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A colourful Ginkgo biloba specimen tree with yellow, autumn foliage.
Ginkgo biloba

Ginkgo biloba, commonly known as the Maidenhair Tree, is a deciduous tree grown for its form, foliage, and rich autumn colours. It produces...

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Podocarpus gracilior (African Fern Pine)

Podocarpus gracilior (Fern Pine) is an elegant evergreen tree valued for its fine textured foliage, graceful form, and versatility in the landscape...

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Phlebodium aureum Blue Star (Blue Star Fern)

The Blue Star Fern features wavy leaves that are a blue-green colour. This popular indoor plant grows as a clump to about 30 cm tall and the same...

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Podocarpus macrophyllus 'Maki' (Fern Pine)

Podocarpus macrophyllus 'Maki' (Fern Pine) is a compact, upright evergreen conifer prized for its dense, dark green foliage and naturally tidy growth...

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Large Jacaranda mimosifolia tree with blue flowers.
Jacaranda mimosifolia (Blue Jacaranda)

Jacaranda mimosifolia, commonly known as the Blue Jacaranda tree, is a tropical-looking tree that is widely planted because of its beautiful and...

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A stunning Albizia julibrissin 'Red Silk' tree with masses of red flowers.
Albizia 'Red Silk'

Albizia 'Red Silk' is a variety of the commonly known Silk Tree, and is grown for its delicate foliage and showy flowers. The fern-like foliage is...

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Adiantum hispidulum (Rough Maidenhair Fern) with slender, green fronds.
Adiantum hispidulum (Rough Maidenhair Fern)

Adiantum hispidulum, commonly known as the Rough Maidenhair Fern or Rosy Maidenhair Fern, is a NZ native that features short and showy fronds. Young...

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Adiantum cunninghamii ferns with short fronds bearing small, green leaves.
Adiantum cunninghamii (New Zealand Maidenhair Fern)

Adiantum cunninghamii is a graceful NZ native maidenhair fern prized for its finely divided fronds and soft, airy appearance. With delicate leaflets...

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Davallia fejeensis fern.
Davallia fejeensis  (Rabbits Foot Fern)

Davallia fejeensis is a distinctive fern admired for its finely cut fronds and furry rhizomes that cascade beautifully over pots and ledges. Popular...

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Adiantum formosum fern in a shade garden and featuring slender, green fronds.
Adiantum formosum (Giant Maidenhair Fern)

Adiantum formosum (Giant Maidenhair Fern) is a striking fern admired for its tall, elegant fronds and delicate leaf structure held on fine black...

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Adiantum aethiopicum (Maidenhair fern) with fine and elegant, green foliage.
Adiantum aethiopicum

Adiantum aethiopicum (Maidenhair Fern) is a graceful fern adored for its delicate, fan shaped leaflets and fine black stems. Thriving in moist...

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Adiantum venustum fern growing in a garden.
Adiantum venustum

Adiantum venustum (Himalayan Maidenhair Fern) is a graceful fern admired for its delicate, lace like fronds and fine black stems that create soft...

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Davallia mariesii fern with elegant, green fronds.
Davallia mariesii (Squirrels Foot Fern)

Davallia mariesii is a beautifully delicate fern recognised for its finely cut fronds and decorative furry rhizomes that drape elegantly over pots...

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Adiantum raddianum plant in a pot with elegant, green foliage.
Adiantum raddianum

Adiantum raddianum (Delta Maidenhair Fern) is a refined fern cherished for its delicate, triangular fronds and fine black stems that create a soft...

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Adiantum aleuticum ferns growing as a cluster and featuring lush,green foliage.
Adiantum aleuticum (Five-Finger Fern)

Adiantum aleuticum, commonly known as the Western Maidenhair Fern or Five-Finger Fern, carries attractive, soft, mid-green foliage. The new fronds...

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Davallia solida (Rabbit Foot Fern) plant with lush, green fronds.
Davallia solida (Rabbits Foot Fern)

Davallia solida (Rabbit Foot Fern) is a charming fern recognised for its soft, lacy fronds and furry rhizomes that creep gracefully over the soil...

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Asplenium 'Southern Belle' fern with lush, green fronds.
Asplenium 'Southern Belle' (Chicken Fern)

Asplenium Southern Belle is an elegant fern admired for its glossy arching fronds and symmetrical rosette form. It thrives in shaded NZ gardens and...

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Asplenium nidus-avis fern in a native reserve and featuring long, green fronds.
Asplenium nidus avis (Birds Nest Fern)

Asplenium nidus avis is a bold bird nest style fern known for its wide glossy fronds that radiate from a central rosette. Its architectural form...

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Asplenium lamprophyllum small ferns growing on a bank.
Asplenium lamprophyllum

Asplenium lamprophyllum is a striking NZ native fern admired for its glossy fronds and graceful arching habit. Its fresh green colouring and layered...

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Doodia australis (Rasp Fern)

Doodia australis is a hardy evergreen fern admired for its fresh bronze red new fronds that mature to rich green, creating year round texture and...

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Large Asplenium Maori Princess in an orange pot with lush, green foliage.
Asplenium 'Maori Princess' (Chicken And Hen Fern)

Asplenium ‘Maori Princess’, also known as the Mother Spleenwort Fern, is a striking NZ native fern featuring glossy, dark green fronds with a...

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Cyathea cunninghamii tree ferns.
Cyathea cunninghamii (Slender Tree Fern)

Cyathea cunninghamii, commonly known as the Gully Tree Fern, produces a tall and slender, brown trunk and can grow up to 15 m tall with a spread of 6...

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A cluster of Cyathea medullaris (Black Tree Ferns).
Cyathea medullaris (Black Tree Fern)

Cyathea medullaris, commonly known as Black Tree Fern or Mamaku, is one of New Zealand’s most impressive native ferns. This majestic species is...

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Polystichum rigens (Stiff Bears Paw Fern)

Polystichum rigens is an attractive fern valued for its neat, upright fronds and strong evergreen to semi evergreen foliage. The finely divided, deep...

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Platycerium bifurcatum Netherlands (Elkhorn Fern)

Platycerium bifurcatum 'Netherlands' is a striking ornamental fern admired for its dramatic antler shaped fronds and unique architectural form...

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Cyathea dealbata fern with lush, green foliage.
Cyathea dealbata (Punga)

Cyathea dealbata, commonly known as Silver Fern or Ponga, is one of New Zealand’s most iconic native plants. This majestic tree fern is admired for...

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A large Asplenium australasicum (Birds Nest Fern) with lush green fronds in a native garden.
Asplenium australasicum (Birds Nest Fern)

Asplenium australasicum, commonly known as the Bird’s Nest Fern, is a striking tropical fern with large, upright, leathery fronds that form a broad...

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Athyrium okanum green foliage.
Athyrium Okanum' (Japanese Painted Fern Plant)

Athyrium 'Okanum' is a highly ornamental fern admired for its elegant arching fronds and distinctive foliage colouring. The finely textured leaves...

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Muehlenbeckia complexa (Pohuehue)

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Why Choose Maidenhair Ferns for Your Home or Garden?

Maidenhair ferns are prized for their elegant fronds and airy texture. They thrive in shaded spots, making them perfect for filling those tricky corners indoors or adding interest beneath trees and shrubs. Whether potted inside or nestled among other ferns in a woodland border, maidenhair ferns bring fresh, calming greenery to any setting. They’re also easy to pair with other ferns, like the Davallia fejeensis  (Rabbits Foot Fern), for a layered, textural effect.

Explore Maidenhair Fern Varieties Available in New Zealand

If you’re wondering where to buy maidenhair fern, our nursery has a range of species to suit any space. The Adiantum hispidulum (Rough Maidenhair Fern) offers a slightly more robust foliage and is ideal for gardeners who appreciate a tougher plant. For those drawn to native New Zealand ferns, the Adiantum cunninghamii (New Zealand Maidenhair Fern) brings both heritage and elegance. If you’re after more substantial fronds, the impressive Adiantum formosum (Giant Maidenhair Fern) delivers striking scale. Another versatile choice is the Adiantum aethiopicum, known for its adaptability and lush foliage.

How to Select the Right Maidenhair Fern

When selecting a maidenhair fern, consider where you’ll place it. These ferns thrive with indirect light, humid air, and consistently moist (but not soggy) soil. If you are new to growing ferns, starting with adaptable species like Adiantum aethiopicum, or opting for the hardy Adiantum hispidulum (Rough Maidenhair Fern), can make the experience easier and more rewarding. For collectors, adding the native Adiantum cunninghamii (New Zealand Maidenhair Fern) or the showy Adiantum formosum (Giant Maidenhair Fern) can enrich your fern display.

Order Maidenhair Ferns Online and Delivery Across New Zealand

If you’re ready to buy maidenhair fern, our nursery offers online ordering and careful delivery throughout New Zealand. We specialise in quality, healthy ferns—delivered exactly when you need them. Whether you’re after a single plant or want to build a lush fern collection featuring varieties like Adiantum hispidulum (Rough Maidenhair Fern), Adiantum cunninghamii (New Zealand Maidenhair Fern), or Adiantum aethiopicum, you’ll find the perfect maidenhair fern for your space right here.

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