Athyrium niponicum 'Crested Surf' PP33057 CPBRAF

Athyrium 'Crested Surf' Crested Japanese Painted Fern

Common Name: Crested Japanese Painted Fern

We are proud to introduce the first perennial fern to the Proven Winners lineup, filling another of your shade needs. 'Crested Surf' looks similar in color to a traditional Japanese Painted Fern, but the tips of the fronds are double crested. A vigorous, taller variety that can fit the middle of the border. Perfect for moist, shady areas of the garden.

Height:

20.0-22.0 Inches

Spread:

28.0-30.0 Inches

Hardiness Zones:

3,4,5,6,7,8

Foliage Color:

Green shades Silver/grey shades

Sunlight:

Part Shade (4-6 hrs. Direct Sun) Full Shade (< 4 hrs. Direct Sun)

Water Requirements:

Average Water Needs Consistent Water Needs

Soil Quality:

Poor Soil Quality Average Soil Quality Fertile Soil Quality

Soil Chemistry:

Acidic Soil (pH < 7.0) Neutral Soil (pH = 7.0)

Critter Resistant:

Rabbit Resistant

Growth Rate:

Medium

Garden Style:

Asian Eclectic Formal Modern Woodland Shade

Other Features:

Border Plant Container Cut Foliage Attractive Foliage Specimen

Origin:

Not Native to North America

Athyrium grows best in moist soil with a neutral to moderately acidic pH. Partial to full shade is best. 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.

Awards

Farwest Best in Show -- 2019

Greenhouse Grower's Medal of Excellence Editor's Choice for Best New Variety Finalist -- 2019

Planting Shade Loving Perennials! // Garden Answer

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