
Fern
Fern, Athyrium niponicum var. pictum 'Red Beauty'
Japanese Painted Fern
Athyrium niponicum var. pictum 'Red Beauty', commonly known as Japanese painted fern, is a rhizomatous, deciduous fern with an arching habit that typically grows to 18” tall. It features a slowly spreading clump of triangular, gray-green fronds to 20” long. Fronds are highlighted with burgundy red stems and veins.
Japanese Painted Fern Growing and Maintenance Tips:
Easily grown in organically rich, medium moisture, well-drained soil in part shade to full shade. Best sited in sheltered locations. Best frond color in light shade. Soil must not be allowed to dry out. Divide clumps in early spring. Naturalizes well by short, branching rhizomes and can form dense colonies in optimum growing conditions.
Height:12-18 in |
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Spread:12-18 in |
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Hardiness Zone:4 - 9 |
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