Plants in genus athyrium
Athyrium filix-femina 'Victoriae Fancy Fronds Selection'
Athyrium filix-femina 'Victoriae Fancy Fronds Selection' is a deciduous lady fern known for its narrow pinnae that resemble little green boomerangs, creating a striking three-dimensional effect. The fronds are crested at the end of each pinna, adding to its unique appearance. This rare fern is vegetatively propagated and is an unusually tall selection, making it a standout in shaded garden areas.
Athyrium niponicum 'Burgundy Lace'
Athyrium niponicum 'Burgundy Lace' is a deer-resistant fern known for its new purple leaves with silver stripes, which mature to a silvery green with purple midribs. This plant forms a clump in woodland gardens, adding color and texture to shaded areas. Its unique foliage and adaptability make it a popular choice for gardeners seeking a low-maintenance and visually striking plant. 'Burgundy Lace' is an excellent addition to any garden, offering year-round interest and ecological benefits.
Athyrium filix-femina 'Vernoniae Cristatum'
Athyrium filix-femina 'Vernoniae Cristatum' is a crested form of lady fern, growing 2 feet tall and wide. It features deeply cut leaves ending in an attractive crest and thrives in all but the driest soils, making it a versatile addition to shaded garden areas.
Athyrium niponicum 'Thrill Seeker'
Athyrium niponicum 'Thrill Seeker' is a compact fern with silver-tipped fronds and a darker olive green center. It grows up to 20 inches tall and 3 feet wide, adding a dramatic touch to gardens with its unique foliage. This plant thrives in part sun to light shade.
Athyrium filix-femina 'Lady In Lace'
Athyrium filix-femina 'Lady In Lace' is a dwarf crested lady fern known for its slow-growing, compact, and deciduous clump that resembles a patch of parsley. This fern reaches about 1 foot in height and width, making it an excellent choice for small garden spaces. It thrives in part sun to light shade and is deer-resistant, adding a delicate texture to shaded garden areas. Its unique appearance and resilience make it a popular choice for rain gardens and xeriscaping. This fern is native to both Europe and the United States, showcasing its adaptability to various climates.
Athyrium filix-femina 'Dres Dagger'
Athyrium filix-femina 'Dres Dagger' is a dwarf lady fern known for its unique cruciate fronds that form a three-dimensional X shape. This deciduous fern is a vegetatively produced selection from 'Victoriae', maturing at just over 18 inches long. It is deer-resistant and thrives in part sun to shade, making it ideal for woodland gardens or shaded borders. 'Dres Dagger' adds a touch of elegance with its intricate frond pattern.
Athyrium 'Godzilla'
Athyrium 'Godzilla' is a striking fern with a typical painted fern leaf appearance, reaching 3 feet tall and 6.5 feet wide. Its leaf backs are covered in felty brown spores, adding to its unique texture. This deer-resistant plant thrives in part sun to light shade and is a great addition to rain gardens and living walls.
Athyrium niponicum 'Wildwood Twist'
Athyrium niponicum 'Wildwood Twist' is a deer-resistant Japanese painted fern with silver-grey fronds. It forms an 18-inch tall by 3-foot wide clump, making it an attractive addition to shaded garden areas. This fern is known for its distinctive foliage and adaptability to various garden settings.
Athyrium filix-femina 'Frizelliae'
Athyrium filix-femina 'Frizelliae', also known as the lady fern, is a unique deciduous fern with narrow fronds featuring ear-like projections. Discovered in Ireland in 1857, it grows to about 1 foot tall and 18 inches wide, making it suitable for woodland gardens. This fern is deer-resistant and thrives in shaded areas.
Athyrium 'Silver Sentry'
Athyrium 'Silver Sentry' is a deciduous fern hybrid with silvery grey leaves. It grows up to 54 inches tall, making it a striking clumping specimen for shaded gardens or rock gardens.
Athyrium filix-femina 'Plumosum Axminster'
Athyrium filix-femina 'Plumosum Axminster' is a Victorian-era selection of the Lady fern, known for its more divided fronds. This plant forms a 30-inch wide by 2-foot tall deciduous clump, making it a striking addition to shaded gardens.
Athyrium 'Ursulas Dwarf'
Athyrium 'Ursulas Dwarf' is a dwarf hybrid fern with narrow, upright silvery fronds and a dark purple stipe. It forms a 22-inch tall and wide clump, making it a striking addition to shaded garden areas. This plant is known for its unique foliage and resilience.
Athyrium thelypteroides
Athyrium thelypteroides, known as the silver glade fern, is a southeastern US native that is deer-resistant. Its fronds can reach up to 4 feet in length, displaying a silver color from the leaf underside. This fern thrives in light shade to shade, making it a graceful addition to woodland gardens.
Athyrium otophorum 'Okanum'
Athyrium otophorum 'Okanum' is a distinctive fern known for its triangular, pewter-green fronds with a plastic-like texture. The fronds are supported by dark reddish stipes, adding a touch of drama to shaded garden areas. This fern is deer-resistant and prefers average to slightly moist soils, making it a low-maintenance choice for woodland gardens. It grows to about 1.5 feet tall and wide, providing a lush, textured backdrop in part sun to light shade. 'Okanum' is tardily deciduous, offering extended visual interest throughout the growing season.