The fern spreads by short, creeping rhizomes and prefers moist, humus-rich, alkaline to neutral soil in partial shade to shade. It needs 12 inches to 3 feet of planting space and grows about 10 inches to 2 feet high and wide. It is low maintenance but requires moist but not saturated soil and fertilizer, especially when potted. This fern is listed as Endangered in North Carolina due to loss of habitat.

The Southern Maidenhair fern can be grown almost anywhere that provides suitable conditions. This includes containers, native gardens, woodlands, and shade gardens.

Provides shelter for toads and lizards. Deer Resistant!