'Burgundy Lace' Japanese painted fern (Athyrium niponicum var. pictum 'Burgundy Lace') ah-THEER-ee-um nih-PON-ih-kum variety PIK-tum Genus:  Athyrium 'Burgundy Lace' is a real showstopper in shady borders and containers, with its silvery purple-bronze fronds. The low-growing clumps are a good choice for edging pathways, and the plant looks terrific when planted in groups. 'Burgundy Lace' grows best in humus-rich, moist soil but will also adapt to conditions that are less than ideal. -Chris Kelley, Regional Picks: Midwest, Fine Gardening issue #120 Noteworthy Characteristics:  A hardy fern with dramatic foliage. Tolerant of clay soils, hot summers, and frigid winters. Care:  Provide partial to full shade and moist, fertile, neutral to acidic soil. Propagation:  Divide plants in spring, or sow fresh spores at 59-61°F. Problems:  Rust.

Overview

Height 1 ft. to 3 ft. Spread 1 ft. to 3 ft. Growth Habit Clumps Light Part Shade to Full Shade Moisture Medium Moisture Maintenance Low Characteristics Showy Foliage Foliage Color Colorful/Burgundy Foliage Uses Beds and Borders, Container, Ground Covers Style Woodland Garden Seasonal Interest Spring Interest Tolerance Frost Tolerant Type Fern