Plant Information
Fern Athyrium Niponicum Pictum
Scientific Name: Athyrium niponicum
Common Name: Japanese painted fern
Hardiness Zone: 4a - 8b
Hardiness Degree: -30°F (-34.4°C)
Plant Habit: Mounded
Characteristics: Colorful/Attractive Foliage, Heat Tolerant, Shade Tolerant, Low Maintenance
Water: Medium
Fertilize: Once a month
Spacing: 18 - 24" (46 - 61cm)
Height: 16 - 20" (41 - 51cm)
Width: 16 - 20" (41 - 51cm)
Exposure: Shade
General Information: Metallic, gray-green foliage linked by purple-red main mid rib. Also known as “Japanese Painted Fern.”
Also known as “Japanese Painted Fern.” Metallic, gray-green foliage linked by purple-red main mid rib. Frond size is 20 x 8 in. (50 x 20 cm). PPA Perennial Plant of the Year.