Athyrium niponicum ‘Metallicum’ - feriga japoneza cu reflexe argintii si nuante purpurii

Athyrium niponicum ‘Metallicum’, also known as metallic Japanese fern, is a striking variety, valued for its delicate and elegant foliage, with silvery, greenish, and purplish reflections, which give an exotic and refined air to any shaded garden. It is ideal for borders, shaded gardens, damp corners, or as a decorative potted plant in cool climate areas.

This variety stands out through the lacy texture of its leaves and unique shades, hard to find in other ornamental ferns. It is hardy, perennial, and requires no special care once established in the soil.

🌿 Botanical characteristics:

• Full name: Athyrium niponicum ‘Metallicum’

• Family: Athyriaceae

• Plant type: perennial, decorative for its foliage

• Leaves: pinnate, lacy, in shades of silver, metallic green, and purple

• Growth: compact, with low rosettes, suitable for ground cover

• Height: approx. 30–50 cm at maturity

☀️ Growing conditions:

• Light: partial shade to full shade – foliage retains its color best in filtered light

• Temperature: frost hardy; withstands temperatures below -20°C

• Watering: consistent, soil should be kept lightly moist but well drained

• Soil: rich in humus, moist, acid to neutral, with good drainage

• Fertilizing: in spring and summer with compost or fertilizer for perennials

✔️ Advantages and uses:

• Ideal for shade gardens, alongside hosta, heuchera, brunnera

• Highlights areas with simple green vegetation through color contrast

• Suitable for Asian, woodland, or damp gardens

• Does not require frequent trimming and regenerates annually

Height including pot approx. 30 cm