‘Burgundy Lace’ Japanese Painted Fern (Athyrium niponicum var. pictum ‘Burgundy Lace’): Silvery Purple-Bronze Fronds

‘Burgundy Lace’ Japanese painted fern (Athyrium niponicum var. pictum ‘Burgundy Lace’) is a real showstopper in shady borders and containers with silvery purple-bronze fronds. Low-growing clumps are good for edging pathways; looks terrific planted in groups. Grows best in humus-rich, moist soil but adapts to less-than-ideal conditions. Tolerant of clay soils, hot summers, and frigid winters.

Care

• Light: Partial to full shade.
• Soil: Moist, fertile, neutral to acidic.

Propagation & Problems

Divide plants in spring, or sow fresh spores at 59–61°F. Rust.

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