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Athyrium niponicum 'Metallicum'

Japanese painted fern

Silvery metallic fronds with soft purple tones make this fern a standout feature in shaded gardens.

Supplied as an established plant in a 3 litre pot

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Aspect

partial shade to full shade

Hardiness

Hardy in most UK gardens

Flowers

Evergreen

Soil

loam, clay

About this plant

  • Description

    A striking deciduous fern with shimmering silver-grey fronds flushed with purple and green. Its metallic colouring brings brightness and contrast to shaded planting schemes.

  • Why we like it

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    This beautiful Japanese painted fern adds unusual colour and delicate texture to shady spaces where flowering plants may struggle. Its silvery fronds stand out wonderfully against darker foliage and help create a calm, layered garden style.

Specs & details

The particulars

Botanical name
Athyrium niponicum 'Metallicum'
Common name
Japanese painted fern
Supplied as
3 litre pot
Flowering period
Evergreen
Habit
Clump-forming deciduous fern
Hardiness
Hardy in most UK gardens
Aspect
partial shade to full shade
Soil type
loam, clay
Moisture
moist but well-drained
Position
shaded border, woodland garden, pot on patio

Planting & care

Help it thrive

Planting guide

Plant in spring or autumn into moist, humus-rich soil in a sheltered shady position. Water regularly during dry periods and enrich the soil with compost or leaf mould before planting.

Care tips

Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Remove old fronds before fresh growth emerges each spring and avoid strong afternoon sun which may scorch the foliage.

Winter care

Fronds die back in autumn. Cut away old foliage in late winter or early spring before new growth appears. Mulch around the crown to protect roots in colder areas.