Athyrium Lady in Red - Japanese painted fern
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🌿 Features
Type: Ornamental Fern
Common Name: Japanese Painted Fern
Cultivar: Lady in Red
Foliage Color: Red and Green
Mature Height: 60–90 cm (24-36 inches)
Mature Width: 45–60 cm (18-24 inches)
Habit: Upright, graceful
Growing Season: Spring to Fall
Exposure: Partial Shade to Shade
Water Needs: Moderate to Regular
Soil Type: Moist, rich in organic matter
Hardiness Zone: Zone 4 to 9
Drought Tolerance: Low, prefers moisture
Nectar-producing Plant: No
Attracts Pollinators: No
Toxicity to Animals: Non-toxic to dogs and cats
✂️ Care
Very easy to cultivate. Remove dead foliage in spring to encourage vigorous growth and showcase new red fronds.
Apply a thick organic mulch at the base to maintain consistent soil moisture and create a cool environment. Light fertilization in spring supports dense, colorful foliage.
No staking required thanks to its naturally elegant structure and stable upright habit.
This hardy fern offers a remarkable visual presence in undergrowth, shaded beds, or as a specimen plant, with its bicolor red and green foliage adding texture and color to the garden throughout the season.