Harvesting of the Japanese painted fern typically begins in late summer, usually in August or September.
Japanese painted fern
Athyrium niponicum var. pictum
The Japanese Painted Fern is an amazing species of fern that stands out with its yellow fronds that are beautifully accented with green and silver markings. This plant can bring life to any garden with its elegant and delicate look and its ability to thrive in both well-drained soils and shady spots. It is an excellent choice of fern to help create interesting texture in garden beds and it's quite disease and pest resistant. The Japanese Painted Fern is a stunning addition to any landscape, with its delicate fronds swaying in the breeze and its eye-catching yellow and silver coloring.
Cycle:
Perennial
Watering:
Average
Propagation:
Division
Hardiness Zone:
3 - 8
Flowers:
Non-flowering Flowers
Sun:
deep shade,filtered shade,part sun/part shade
Soil:
Humus rich, Well-drained
Fruits:
purple,black Fruits In Summer Ready In Fall
Leaf:
Yes
Growth Rate:
High
Maintenance:
Low
Indoors:
Yes
Care Level:
Medium
watering
Water Japanese painted fern (Athyrium niponicum var. pictum) consistently, and make sure to water it thoroughly. Water the soil until it is moist but not soggy. A standard rule of thumb is to water once or twice a week, but you may need to adjust the frequency based on your plant's environment and soil. In lower temperatures, you may need to water less. In higher temperatures, humidity, and light, you may need to water more often. Be sure to check your plant's moisture level before deciding how much and when to water it.
sunlight
Japanese painted ferns enjoy bright, indirect sunlight and can tolerate some light shade. When grown indoors, they can tolerate low to medium light levels, but will grow best with bright, indirect sunlight. It is best to place the fern in an area of the home where it will receive a few hours of sunlight every day, preferably in the morning or early afternoon. When growing Japanese painted ferns outside, provide them with some protection from the harshest sun of the day (usually midday and late afternoon). They can tolerate full-sun in cooler climates, but in warm climates, they should only get 3-4 hours of sunlight per day.
pruning
Pruning should be done in late winter or early spring before the new growth begins. For the best results, you should trim off any dead or damaged fronds, as well as those that are growing too far out from the center of the plant. This will ensure that the plant doesn't become overgrown and lose its elegance. Pruning should be kept minimal and done no more than once or twice a year. It is important to remember that too much pruning can damage or kill your plant, so prune with caution.
Season
Fall
Winter
Spring
Summer
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Harvest Fruit
Harvest Fruit
Harvesting of the Japanese painted fern typically begins in late summer, usually in August or September.
