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Crested Surf Crested Japanese Painted Fern - Athyrium niponicum
Common Name |
Athyrium nip. 'Crested Surf' (fern)
Athyrium
niponicum
Perennial
Proven Winners


Border Plant, Container, Cut Flower
Features
Perfect foliage plant for shade! Looks similar to traditional Japanese Painted Fern, but the tips of fronds are double-crested. Plant in the middle of the border!
Hardiness Zone
3a,3b,4a,4b,5a,5b,6a,6b,7a,7b,8a,8b
Hardy Temp
-40
Exposure
Part Shade to Shade
Bloom Time
Attracts
Resists
Flower Color
Foliage Color
Water Category
Needs Drainage ?
Soil Fertility
Soil PH
Grown for Foliage
Rabbits
Height
Spread
Spacing
20-22"
28-30"
28-30"
Average
N
Poor Soil
Neutral Soil
Upright
Attributes
Thriller
Maintenance
Easy
Grow in moist soil in light to partial shade for best coloration. Leave old fronds on the plant until new fronds are 6 inches tall in spring.
Additional Notes
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