Melinda Myers

Japanese Painted Fern

Botanical Name

Athyrium niponicum 'Pictum'

Hardiness

Zones 3 to 8

Height

12 to 18 inches

Width

2 feet (12 to 18 inch fronds)

Flowers

Grown for interesting green-silver foliage with hints of red and blue

Light

Part to full shade

Soil

Moist, well-drained, organic

Planting & Care

• Space plants 24 inches apart
• Thrives in moist humid conditions
• Topdress with 2 to 3 inches of compost
• Best color in light (morning sun)
• Can scorch in excess or afternoon sun
• Remove green sprouts as they appear

Problems

None serious