Pearly White
Athyrium niponicum 'Pearly White'
In growth
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Planting Guide
| Spacing | 18-24 in apart |
|---|---|
| Planting depth | Crown at soil level |
| Chilling hours | 0 |
| Life expectancy | 10+ years |
| Growth rate | Slow |
| Planted | 2022 |
| Bed | To Be Sorted |
Growing Conditions
| Sun | Full Shade |
|---|---|
| Water | Average |
| Soil type | Rich, humusy, well-draining |
| Soil pH | 6.0-7.0 |
| Zones | 4-9 |
| Native status | Cultivar |
Appearance
| Type | Perennial |
|---|---|
| Leaf | Lanceolate (Long tapering tip) |
| Foliage colour | Silvery-white with green midribs |
| Bloom | None |
| Fruit | None |
| Evergreen | Herbaceous |
Root System
| System | Fibrous/Adventitious Systems |
|---|---|
| Morphology | Fine Roots (< 2 mm) |
| Function | Absorptive Roots (Lower Orders) |
| Propagation | Division, spores |
Wildlife & Safety
| Attracts | Toads, Frogs, Small Mammals |
|---|---|
| Deer | Rabbit Resistant |
| Toxicity | Toxic to Dogs/Cats |
| Edibility | None |
| Companions | Hosta, Heuchera, Astilbe |
Where it came from
| Grower | Pleasant Run Nursery |
|---|---|
| Bought at | Kulak's Nursery |
Care
Ensure soil remains evenly moist, especially in warmer months.
Maintenance
Divide in spring if necessary.
Cleanup
Remove old fronds in late fall or early spring.
Notes
A stunning variety of Japanese Painted Fern.