$32
The Athyrium niponicum ‘Pictum’, or Japanese Painted Fern, produces mounds of beautiful, dramatic foliage that is sure to be a standout in any shade or zen garden. The foliage is a luminescent blue-green with dark red central ribs and fades to silver a the edges. Because of the Japanese Painted Fern’s short stature and spreading form, it is an excellent perennial to use as foreground foliage or ideal when used in a container. 2004 Perennial of the Year