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Athyrium niponicum 'Pictum'

Painted Japanese Fern

A very popular fern that boasts silvery foliage and attractive red stems. Plants display their best color if planted where they get morning sun. A slowly spreading variety that loses its leaves in winter. Prefers rich, moist soil.


  • Category:Perennials
  • Hardiness Zone:4
  • Tall:16 Inches
  • Wide:18 Inches
  • Spacing:20-24 Inches

Foliage Color
Burgundy
Silver
Variegated
Soil Moisture Preference
Average
Moist
Good Drainage
Wildlife
Rabbit Resistant
Season of Interest (Foliage)
Spring
Summer
Fall
Exposure
Shade
Part Shade
Growth Rate
Medium
Additional Information about Athyrium niponicum 'Pictum'

A very popular fern that boasts silvery foliage and attractive red stems. Plants display their best color if planted where they get morning sun. A slowly spreading variety that loses its leaves in winter. Prefers rich, moist soil.

2004 Perennial Plant of the Year.