4605 Olive Street
Saint Louis, Missouri 63108

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Athyrium niponicum 'Pictum'

Japanese Painted Fern

Grey-green fronds with purplish-red petioles wand veins, has a metallic silvery sheen.

Growing & Maintenance Tips
Partial to full shade in moist humus-soil. It is important that the soil not dry out. Leaf scorch will occur in dry sites. The unique color and texture of the fronds make for attractive combinations when used in border plantings with other species such as, Hosta and Bergenia.

Interesting Information
Athyrium niponicum 'Pictum' is the Perennial Plant of the Year 2004.

Plant Type Fern		Bloom Color Non-Flowering		Foliage Color Feathery Purple-Silver
Height 20-24 Inches		Spread 20-24 Inches
USDA Hardiness Zone 4-7		Patented No

Tricyrtis hirta (Toad Lily 'Tojen')	Hosta (Plantain Lily 'Bressingham Blue')
Carex nigra (Black Sedge )

Characteristics & Attributes

Bloom Color • Non-flowering	Exposure • Shade-Part Sun	Soil Moisture Preference • Wet	Wildlife/Disease Resistance • Rabbit Resistant • Deer Resistant
Attributes • Patio Container Pots	Plant Recognition • Perennial Plant of the Year