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Japanese Painted Fern

Athyrium Niponicum Var. Pictum

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Overview

The Japanese Painted Fern, Athyrium niponicum var. pictum, is prized for its striking, silver-green fronds with bluish hues and maroon midribs. This shade-loving perennial thrives in moist, well-drained soil and reaches about 12 to 18 inches tall and wide. Hardy in zones 4-9, it's a low-maintenance choice that adds a delicate texture and color contrast to woodland gardens.

Sun Half, ShadeWater Extra in Summer, MediumZones 3–8
Japanese Painted Fern (Athyrium Niponicum Var. Pictum) — The Japanese Painted Fern, Athyrium niponicum var

Culture

Sun
Half, Shade
Water
Extra in Summer, Medium
USDA zones
3–8

Shape & size

Classification

Family
Polypodiaceae

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Japanese Painted Fern (Athyrium Niponicum Var. Pictum) — The Japanese Painted Fern, Athyrium niponicum var; well-drained soil and reaches about 12 to 18 inches
Japanese Painted Fern (Athyrium Niponicum Var. Pictum) — pictum, is prized for its striking, silver-green fronds with bluish hues and maroon midribs; growing
Japanese Painted Fern (Athyrium Niponicum Var. Pictum) — This shade-loving perennial thrives in moist; relatively low maintenance

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