Athyrium
(Lady Ferns Group)​
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felix-femina 
  • Dense, mounding habit
  • Prefers woodland settings but tolerates sun with enough moisture
  • Shelter from wind
  • Beautiful along water's edge
  • 12"-36" H x 12"-30" W
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felix-femina ​'Ghost'
  • Upright, clump-forming habit 
  • Metallic gray fronds with burgundy stems
  • More tolerant of brief dry spells
  • As a backdrop to hostas in woodland gardens
  • Pair with purple heuchera to create drama
  • 24"-30" x 18"-24" W
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felix-femina 'Lady in Red' 
  • Slightly smaller than other varieties
  • Lacy foliage on deep red stems
  • Beautiful mainstay of the shade garden when accompanied with Brunnera
  • Great in rock gardens
  • 18"-30" H x 18"-30" W​
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nipponicum 'Pictum' (Japanese Painted Fern)
  • Wide leaves that taper to a delicate point
  • Metallic gray-green fronds with deep red veins
  • Light shade for best frond color
  • Naturalizes when sited correctly
  • Excellent for use as foreground foliage
  • Ideal for containers
  • 12"-18" H x 18"-24" W
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