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Athyrium niponicum var. pictum 'Burgundy Lace'

Family Dryopteridaceae
Plant Type fern
Zone USDA:   4a - 9b   RHS:   H - FH   EGF:   H1 - H5   Australia:   1 - 3  
Care Level low, easy, suitable for beginners.
Height 30 - 40 cm (12 - 16 in)
Spread 30 - 45 cm (12 - 18 in)
Light partial shade to shade
Soil Moisture average, well-drained
Soil Type clay to sandy
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description This fern is clump forming and has spotted greyish magenta and pale coral foliage that is showy, matte and fine textured. Find a prominent place in your garden for this stunning fern which has been designated a specimen.
Typical Uses Accent, alpine or rock garden, bedding plant, border, container, cut flowers, edging, ground cover, mass planting, specimen and woodland.
Special Characteristics This plant has a natural ability to resist deer and rabbits, and it is tolerant of wet sites.