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Japanese Painted Fern (#1)

Japanese Painted Fern (#1)

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Athyrium niponicum var. pictum

Japanese Painted Fern is a highly ornamental fern known for its silver-gray fronds accented with green and burgundy tones. It adds refined color and texture to shaded landscapes and works well in foundation plantings, borders, and woodland gardens. Compact and non-spreading, it is easy to place and maintain.

Key Features

  • Silver-gray foliage with burgundy accents
  • Unique color for shade gardens
  • Compact, clumping habit (non-spreading)
  • Adds fine texture
  • Low maintenance

Specs

  • Mature Height: 12–18 in
  • Mature Width: 18–24 in
  • Sun: Partial shade to full shade
  • Growth Rate: Moderate
  • Zone: 4–8
  • Form: Clumping / mounded

Spacing Guidance

  • 18–24 in spacing
  • 12–18 in off structures


Why Add Ferns to Your Landscape?

  • Perfect for Shade Gardens: Ferns thrive in partial to full shade, making them ideal for woodland and foundation plantings.
  • Soft Texture & Movement: Feathery fronds add contrast and visual interest alongside broader-leafed plants.
  • Low-Maintenance & Hardy: Many varieties return year after year with minimal care and strong cold tolerance.

Pro Growers of New England, Inc

Plant Specs

Growth Rate
Fast
Plant Color
Silvery/Burgandy/Green
Hardiness Zone
8-Apr
Deer Resistance
No
Moisture Control
Moist
Sun Exposure
Part Shade to Shade

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