Japanese Painted Fern | Athyrium niponicum metallicum
Year-round texture and interest
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Enfield
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Japanese Painted Fern
Athyrium niponicum metallicum
- An unusual and highly attractive fern with blue, green, maroon and silver foliage which changes gradually throughout the seasons
- Also known as the Painted Lady Fern
- Thrives in a sheltered spot and prefers partial or full shade
- Perfect for a shady corner of the garden or for underplanting trees and shrubs
- Brings colour, texture and year-round interest to cottage or woodland planting schemes, streams, ponds and water gardens
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Will this grow in my garden?
Can I grow this in a pot?
Yes, the Japanese Painted Fern can be grown in a pot with well-draining, moisture-retentive compost, kept in a sheltered spot.
How big does it get?
The Japanese Painted Fern typically grows to a height and spread of 30-45 cm.
How much sunlight does this need?
The Japanese Painted Fern thrives in partial to full shade.
What kind of soil does this plant prefer?
Japanese Painted Fern prefers a well-drained, humus-rich soil, often thriving in leaf mould and partial shade.
How much watering does this plant need?
The Japanese Painted Fern requires regular watering to keep its compost moist, but it must be well-draining to prevent root rot.
Will this plant need pruning?
The Japanese Painted Fern requires only the removal of dead or damaged fronds in early spring.
How hardy is this plant?
Athyrium niponicum metallicum is hardy (H4), withstanding temperatures down to -10°C, but may need a protective mulch in colder northern parts of the UK.
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