Athyrium niponicum var. pictum ‘Silver Falls’
Japanese Painted Fern |
USDA Zone: 4-9 |
Plant number: 9.015.140
This selected form of Japanese Painted Fern has arching triangular leaves of intense silver with contrasting maroon-red veins. The metallic tones become even richer over the summer. Forms a small mound, the perfect size for edging a shady border or growing in containers. Particularly attractive in a massed planting or contrasting with bold-leaved plants such as Hosta. Deciduous. USPP#12803: unlicensed propagation prohibited. Registered with COPF.
Further details for
Athyrium niponicum var. pictum ‘Silver Falls’
Optimal Growing Conditions
Sun Exposure Partial Shade or Full Shade
Soil Type Sandy or Clay
Soil pH Neutral or Alkaline or Acid
Soil Moisture Average or Moist
Care Level Easy
Appearance and Characteristics
Flower Colour
Blooming Time
Foliage Color Silver
Plant Uses & Characteristics Accent: Good Texture/Form Alpine & Rock Border Containers Deer Resistant Edging Rabbit Resistant Ground Cover Massed Specimen Woodland
Flower Head Size
Height 30-40 cm 12-16 inches
Spread 30-45 cm 12-18 inches
Foot Traffic None
Growth Rate Medium
Disclaimer: This information is presented for reference only. This plant is not currently part of our Heritage Perennials lineup.
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