{"product_id":"athyrium-niponicum-silver-falls-japanese-painted-fern-shade-loving-perennial-fern-silver-foliage-woodland-plant-deer-resistant-3-5-pot","title":"Athyrium niponicum ‘Silver Falls’ | Japanese Painted Fern | Shade Loving Perennial Fern | Silver Foliage Woodland Plant | Deer Resistant","description":"\u003cp\u003eBring elegant texture and shimmering color to your shade garden with \u003cstrong\u003eAthyrium niponicum ‘Silver Falls’\u003c\/strong\u003e, a Japanese Painted Fern known for its silvery-gray fronds and deep burgundy-purple stems.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis low-maintenance deciduous fern forms a soft, arching display that brightens woodland gardens, shaded borders, containers, and moisture-loving landscapes. Its unique metallic foliage provides season-long interest and pairs well with hostas, heuchera, astilbe, and other shade perennials.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhy Gardeners Choose ‘Silver Falls’\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStriking silver-gray fronds with purple accents\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eElegant arching vase-shaped growth habit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDeer and rabbit resistant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThrives in moist shade gardens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for containers and woodland borders\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCold hardy and easy to grow\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003ch3\u003ePlant Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBotanical Name: \u003cem\u003eAthyrium niponicum ‘Silver Falls’\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCommon Name: Japanese Painted Fern\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlant Type: Deciduous perennial fern\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMature Height: 18–24 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMature Spread: 18–24 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFoliage Color: Silver-gray with deep purple midribs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLight Requirements: Partial shade to full shade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater Needs: Moderate; prefers consistently moist soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSoil Preference: Rich, organic, well-draining soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHardiness Zones: 4–9\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrowth Habit: Upright arching clump\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIdeal Garden Uses\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eWoodland gardens, shade borders, moist garden beds, container plantings, groundcover mass plantings, erosion control on shaded slopes, terrariums, and shade patios.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003ePlanting Companions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHosta\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeuchera\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAstilbe\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBleeding Heart\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEpimedium\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrunnera\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eToad Lily\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCare Tips\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep soil consistently moist but not soggy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd compost or leaf mold for best growth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProtect from harsh afternoon sun\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemove old fronds in early spring before new growth appears\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMulch to retain moisture during warmer months\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eShipping Information\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShips as a healthy live plant in a 3.5” pot\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrowth stage varies depending on season\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSecurely packaged for moisture retention and safe transit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrders over $35 qualify for free USPS Ground shipping\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant Condition Disclosure\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLive plants may be shipped dormant, leafless, recently pruned, bare root, or partially defoliated depending on season, weather, and shipping requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNatural variation in size, branching, foliage density, color, root structure, and overall appearance should be expected.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eImportant Note\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eYou will receive a live starter plant (seedling\/young plant). Listing photos show the plant at a mature stage for reference only. The actual plant size, shape, and appearance may vary and will be significantly smaller than the images shown.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCustomer Notice for Live Plants\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLive plants may experience normal shipping stress such as leaf loss, yellowing, wilting, or minor branch damage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePlease consider local weather before purchasing. Extreme heat, freezing temperatures, severe weather, shipping delays, or unattended packages may increase plant stress.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDue to the perishable nature of live plants, returns are generally not accepted. If there is an issue with your order, please contact us within \u003cstrong\u003e48 hours\u003c\/strong\u003e of delivery and provide the required photos for review.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePhotos of the shipping box\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePhoto of the shipping label\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClear photos of the plant from multiple angles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScratch test photos if the plant appears dead or dormant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDormant, stressed, defoliated, wilted, or transit-shocked plants are not automatically considered dead.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eClaims submitted without the required photos or more than 48 hours after delivery may not be eligible for review, replacement, or refund.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Plantingpartners","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52499693568132,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1014\/5254\/6180\/files\/9.52-2026-05-06T210158.944.jpg?v=1783666503","url":"https:\/\/nataliesbotanicalgarden.com\/products\/athyrium-niponicum-silver-falls-japanese-painted-fern-shade-loving-perennial-fern-silver-foliage-woodland-plant-deer-resistant-3-5-pot","provider":"Natalie's Botanical Garden","version":"1.0","type":"link"}