Establishing Bare-Root Japanese Painted Ferns: What to Expect After Planting

Bare-Root Fern Arrival

A frondless, bare-root fern (likely Athyrium niponicum 'Pictum') looks dead but is dormant.

• Pot in moist, well-draining mix.
• Keep shaded, humid.
• Fronds emerge in 1–2 weeks as roots establish.

This is normal. Patience yields a beautiful fern.