Athyrium niponicum ‘Apple Court’
Crested Japanese Painted Fern |
USDA Zone: 4-9 |
Plant number: 9.015.090
This crested form of the Japanese Painted Fern is similar to ‘Pictum’ in colour with arching triangular leaves of dark green overlaid in olive and silvery-pewter with contrasting burgundy stems. Each leaf is crested up the sides and onto the tip. Terrific for edging the shade border, in the rock garden and in containers. Low mounding habit. Deciduous. Performs best in rich, evenly moist soil. Leaves may be trimmed to the ground in late fall or early spring. Plants are easily divided in spring, every 3 to 4 years. Bred by Apple Court Nursery, UK and introduced to North America by Plant Delights Nursery of North Carolina.
Further details for Athyrium niponicum ‘Apple Court’
Optimal Growing Conditions
Sun Exposure Partial Shade or Full Shade
Soil Type Sandy or Clay
Soil pH Neutral or Alkaline or Acid
Soil Moisture Average or Moist
Care Level Easy
Appearance and Characteristics
Flower Colour
Blooming Time
Foliage Color Deep Green Grey Green Silver Variegated
Plant Uses & Characteristics Accent: Good Texture/Form Alpine & Rock Border Containers Deer Resistant Edging Rabbit Resistant Ground Cover Massed Woodland
Flower Head Size
Height 30-40 cm 12-16 inches
Spread 50-60 cm 20-23 inches
Foot Traffic None
Growth Rate Medium
Disclaimer: This information is presented for reference only. This plant is not currently part of our Heritage Perennials lineup.
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