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Posted: May 7, 2019 at 3:59 PM
Athyrium 'Ghost'
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    Plant Type: Perennials

    A hybrid cross between Japanese Painted fern (A. niponicum 'Pictum') and Lady Fern (A. filix-femina), this selection sports stunning frosted apple green fronds that seem to emit a ghostly white light in the shade. Dark purple stems hold the broad fronds rigidly upright. This selection is taller than many other Athyriums and is more tolerant of dry soil.

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    Growing & Maintenance Tips:

    Athyrium grows best in moist soil with a neutral to moderately acidic pH. However, this variety can withstand drier soil than many other Athyriums. Partial to full shade is best; some sunlight is necessary to draw out the coloring. To protect the crowns and tender shoots in the spring, it is best to leave the old fronds on the plant over the winter. They can be removed in the spring when the new fronds reach 6 inches tall. If division is necessary, do so in the spring.

    Flower Color

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    Foliage Color

    Apple green with dark purple stems

    Plant Spread

    18-24 in.

    Good Companions

    Astilbe-Tall Japanese (Astilbe ), Brunnera-Heartleaf (Brunnera macrophylla), Columbine (Aquilegia ), Foamy Bells (Heucherella ), Ginger-Chinese Wild (Asarum splendens), Hosta (Hosta ), Lenten Rose (Helleborus orientalis), Ligularia (Ligularia przewalskii), Lily-turf-Blue (Liriope muscari), Lungwort (Pulmonaria longifolia), Snakeroot-Black (Cimicifuga ramosa), Sweet Woodruff (Galium odoratum)

    Plant Height

    24-36 in.

    Scape Height

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    Hardness Zone

    3-8

    Soil Moisture

    Average and consistent water needs

    Characteristics & Attributes

    Attributes

    Border, Ground cover, Container, Cut flower or foliage

    Bloom Time

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    Critter Resistance

    Rabbit resistant

    Exposure

    Full to part shade

    Growth Rate

    Medium

    Seasonal Interests

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