Athyrium angustum forma rubellum LADY IN RED Fern (Northern Lady Fern)
Zones 2 to 8, Light shade. Height 20 to 36 inches. Clumping forming deciduous plant should reach a spread of 18 to 36 inches.
Vibrant red-burgundy stipes (stems), creates a sharp contrast with its lacy, green fronds. Stems red color becomes more vivid after second dormancy. Limit nitrogen (production of green chlorophyll) to intensify red.
Tissue culture of plant found by the New England Wildflower Society in the woodlands of Massachusetts.
This hardy deciduous fern is easy to grow in organically rich, medium to wet, well-drained soils. If the frond edges become scorched or crispy, the soil may be too dry. Add 2 to 3 inches of compost or peat moss to the beds each spring or fall. Best frond color occurs in light shade. Use in containers, as a ground cover or for borders in woodland, shady locations.
One quart container (larger bare root may be substituted depending on crop cycle).
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Price: $9.00
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