Athyrium Metallicum

Athyrium niponicum 'Metallicum' iswidely celebrated as one of the most colourful hardy ferns available. This exceptional variety produces a low, elegant mound of lacy, triangular fronds. Each frond boasts a striking metallic, pewter-silver sheen beautifully offset by contrasting burgundy-maroon central stems. As the season progresses from spring to autumn, the variegation matures into a gorgeous display of silver, green, and deep purple tones. An ideal specimen for texture and illumination, this low-maintenance fern acts as a superb visual contrast next to broad-leaved shade plants like hostas. It thrives effortlessly in moist, woodland conditions and heavy shade where other varieties lose their vibrancy. While it goes completely dormant during the harsh winter months, its resilient crown emerges reliably each spring to deliver year-after-year architectural elegance. It loves a moisture rich, fertile and well drained soil.