Athyrium filix-femina 'Lady in Red'

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Athyrium filix-femina 'Lady in Red'

Common Name: Lady Fern

This fern's vibrant burgundy stems coupled with its dark green fronds will compliment everything else in your shade garden. When planted amidst the dark purple leaves of coral bells, its burgundy stems really stand out.

Note: The burgundy color in the stems develops after the second dormancy.

Height:

30.0-36.0 Inches

Spread:

24.0 Inches

Hardiness Zones:

3,4,5,6,7,8

Foliage Color:

Green shades

Sunlight:

Part Shade (4-6 hrs. Direct Sun) Full Shade (< 4 hrs. Direct Sun)

Water Requirements:

Average Water Needs Consistent Water Needs

Soil Quality:

Poor Soil Quality Average Soil Quality Fertile Soil Quality

Soil Chemistry:

Acidic Soil (pH < 7.0) Neutral Soil (pH = 7.0)

Critter Resistant:

Rabbit Resistant

Growth Rate:

Medium

Garden Style:

Asian Patio Container Eclectic Woodland Shade

Other Features:

Border Plant Container Cut Foliage Ground Cover Attractive Foliage

Origin:

Native to North America

Athyrium grows best in moist soil with a neutral to moderately acidic pH. Partial to full shade is best; some sunlight is necessary to draw out the coloring. To protect the crowns and tender shoots in the spring, it is best to leave the old fronds on the plant over the winter. They can be removed in the spring when the new fronds reach 6 inches tall. If division is necessary, do so in the spring.

Awards

Royal Horticultural Society's Award of Garden Merit -- 2012

Characteristics