Athyrium filix-femina subsp. angustum f. rubellum 'Lady in Red'
northern lady fern 'Lady in Red'
An upright, slowly-spreading, deciduous fern with erect to arching, bright red stems bearing lance-shaped leaflets on green fronds.
Synonyms
Athyrium angustum 'Lady in Red'Athyrium niponicum 'Lady in Red'
see moreAthyrium filix-femina var. angustum 'Lady in Red'
Size
Ultimate height
0.5–1 metresTime to ultimate height
5–10 yearsUltimate spread
0.5–1 metresGrowing conditions
Moisture
Moist but well–drained, Well–drainedpH
Neutral, AcidColour & scent
Stem | Flower | Foliage | Fruit | |
Spring | Red | Green | ||
---|---|---|---|---|
Summer | Red | Green | ||
Autumn | Red | Green | ||
Winter |
Position
- Partial shade
Aspect
West–facing or East–facing
Exposure
Sheltered Hardiness
H6Botanical details
- Family
- Woodsiaceae
- Native to GB / Ireland
- No
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Habit
- Clump forming
- Genus
Athyrium are deciduous ferns with erect or creeping rhizomes bearing usually pinnate to tripinnate fronds, often of thin texture, and they are especially shade-tolerant
- Name status
Accepted
How to grow
Cultivation
Plant in moist but free draining, neutral to acid soil in a lightly shaded site. Will grow in full sun if given plenty of moisture. Colourful stems usually develop a year or two after planting and will be less prominant in deeper shade. For more information see our advice page how to grow ferns.
Propagation
Propagate by division
Suggested planting locations and garden types
- Cottage and informal garden
- Low Maintenance
- Underplanting of roses and shrubs
- Flower borders and beds
Pruning
Can remove faded fronds in early winter or leave until spring before new growth emerges.
Pests
Generally pest-free
Diseases
Generally disease-free
Athyrium filix-femina subsp. angustum f. rubellum 'Lady in Red'
northern lady fern 'Lady in Red'
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