Fern 'Japanese Painted'

Anthyrium niponicum 'Pictum' - Deciduous. Excellent for naturalized plantings. The variegated fronds have a maroon hue. Partial to full shade. Perennial Plant of the Year 2004. They have relatively shallow roots and grows at a slow rate. Prune in spring. Use Bone Meal when you first plant. Do not fertilize the first year. Fertilize once a year with a balanced granular fertilizer. Do not plant any deeper than it is in the pot. Do not add any soil or mulch around the base of the stem. Water deeply once a week whether is rains or not. Plant at least 2 feet from any foundation. Always plant ferns in the spring.

Zone 5. 80cm W x 50cm H. Upright Arching. Silver-grey foliage. Part sun to full shade. Moist and acidic soil. 1Gallon.

Deer resistant. Does not attract pollinators but provides protection for small mammals.