Athyrium
Prized by gardeners, Athyrium are mostly deciduous ferns, with feathery, finely divided foliage in a wonderful array of color and forms. The genus includes about 180 species that are suitable to a wide range of garden conditions, including shady borders and woodland gardens, alongside other ferns or shade-loving plants.
Prized by gardeners, Athyrium are mostly deciduous ferns, with feathery, finely divided foliage in a wonderful array of colors and forms. The genus includes about 180 species that are suitable to a wide range of garden conditions, including shady borders and woodland gardens, alongside other ferns or shade-loving plants. They can be grown as houseplants or in greenhouses.
- Athyrium are native to moist woodland and forests in temperate and tropical regions around the globe.
- Athyrium range from spreading ground-huggers 6 in. tall (15 cm), which are perfect for containers and small spaces, to stately specimens reaching 6 ft. in height (180 cm).
- Their graceful fronds rise from erect or creeping rhizomes and unfurl& from a central crown in spring. They are available in a delightful array of textures and shades including purple, blue-gray, silvery or green.
Guide Information
| Hardiness | 4 – 9 |
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| Climate Zones | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24 |
| Plant Type | Ferns |
| Plant Family | Athyrium – Lady Ferns |
| Exposure | Partial Sun, Shade |
| Season of Interest | Spring (Mid,Late)Summer (Early,Mid,Late)Fall |
| Height | 6" – 6' (15cm – 180cm) |
| Water Needs | Average |
| Maintenance | Low |
| Soil Type | Clay, Loam, Sand |
| Soil pH | Acid, Neutral |
| Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained |
| Landscaping Ideas | Beds and Borders, Patio and Containers, Underplanting Roses and Shrubs |
| Garden Styles | City and Courtyard, Informal and Cottage |