Athyrium niponicum var. pictum 'Red Beauty'

Japanese painted fern

Family	Dryopteridaceae
Plant Type
Zone	USDA: 4a - 9b RHS: H - FH EGF: H1 - H5 Australia: 1 - 3
Care Level
Height	45 - 60 cm (1.5 - 2 ft)
Spread	30 - 45 cm (12 - 18 in)
Light	partial shade to shade
Soil Moisture	average, well-drained
Soil Type
Soil pH

Typical Uses	Border, container, cut flowers and ground cover.
Special Characteristics	This plant has a natural ability to resist rabbits.
Cautions	When planning your garden, take into consideration that Athyrium niponicum var. pictum 'Red Beauty' (Japanese painted fern) grows at a fast rate and will fill its designated space quickly.