Species
Athyrium niponicumJapanese painted fern18 other cultivars
‘Pictum’Pictum Japanese Painted Fern
‘Ghost’Ghost Fern
‘Wildwood Twist’Japanese Painted Fern 'Wildwood Twist'
‘Japanese Painted Fern’Japanese Painted Fern
‘Metallicum’Metallicum Japanese Painted Fern
‘Crested Surf’Crested Surf Japanese Fern
‘Regal Red’Regal Red Japanese Painted Fern
‘HH-03CH108’Crested Surf Japanese Painted Fern
‘Thrill Seeker’Japanese Painted Fern Thrill Seeker
‘Mix’Japanese Painted Fern
‘Silver Falls’Japanese Painted Fern 'Silver Falls'
‘Joy Ride’Joy Ride Japanese Painted Fern
‘Lemon Cream’Lemon Cream Japanese Painted Fern
‘Burgundy Lace’Japanese Painted Fern Burgundy Lace
‘Apple Court’Japanese Painted Fern Apple Court
‘Soul Mate’Japanese Painted Fern Soul Mate
‘Ursula's Red’Ursula's Red Japanese Painted Fern- ‘Ping Wu’Ping Wu Japanese Painted Fern
Same species
Species
Athyrium niponicumJapanese painted fern18 other cultivars
- ‘Pictum’Pictum Japanese Painted Fern
- ‘Ghost’Ghost Fern
- ‘Wildwood Twist’Japanese Painted Fern 'Wildwood Twist'
- ‘Japanese Painted Fern’Japanese Painted Fern
- ‘Metallicum’Metallicum Japanese Painted Fern
- ‘Crested Surf’Crested Surf Japanese Fern
- ‘Regal Red’Regal Red Japanese Painted Fern
- ‘HH-03CH108’Crested Surf Japanese Painted Fern
- ‘Thrill Seeker’Japanese Painted Fern Thrill Seeker
- ‘Mix’Japanese Painted Fern
- ‘Silver Falls’Japanese Painted Fern 'Silver Falls'
- ‘Joy Ride’Joy Ride Japanese Painted Fern
- ‘Lemon Cream’Lemon Cream Japanese Painted Fern
- ‘Burgundy Lace’Japanese Painted Fern Burgundy Lace
- ‘Apple Court’Japanese Painted Fern Apple Court
- ‘Soul Mate’Japanese Painted Fern Soul Mate
- ‘Ursula's Red’Ursula's Red Japanese Painted Fern
- ‘Ping Wu’Ping Wu Japanese Painted Fern
Essentials
At a Glance
Plant Type
Fern
Height
18 inches
Width
24 inches
Light
Partial Sun, Shade
Zones
4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9
Water
Requires consistently moist soil
Humidity
Prefers high humidity environments
Lifespan
Perennial
Native To
Japan
Toxicity
Non-toxic to humans and pets
The Story
Plant Bio
Athyrium niponicum 'Chungdu Queen' is an elegant fern distinguished by its delicate, arching fronds with silvery-gray and burgundy hues, creating a soft, textured ground cover in shaded gardens. This cultivar is celebrated for its vibrant, contrasting foliage colors and its ability to add visual interest and color to shaded, woodland garden settings.
Uses & Benefits:
Planting
How to Grow
- Tuck spores or divisions into moist soil in early spring.
- Mist cuttings lightly to maintain humidity for 2-3 weeks.
- Plant in shaded area with rich, moist loamy soil.
- Water regularly, especially during dry periods.
- Mulch around base to retain moisture and suppress weeds.
- Divide every 3-4 years to refresh growth.
Pro Tip
Keep soil consistently moist and provide shade for best growth.
Keep It Thriving
Care Guide
Do
- Water regularly to keep soil moist 🌱
- Mulch to retain moisture and regulate temperature
- Divide every few years to promote healthy growth
- Provide shade during hot summer days
Don't
- Avoid direct sunlight which can scorch fronds ❌
- Do not let soil dry out completely
- Avoid heavy fertilization that can harm roots
- Don't transplant during peak growing season
Seasonal Care Calendar
| Task | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Divide | ||||||||||||
| Mulch | ||||||||||||
| Spring Cleanup |
Watch Out For
Pests & Diseases
Common Pests
Common Diseases
In the Garden
Landscape Uses & Companions
Landscape Uses
Companion Plants
Multiply
Propagation Methods
Good to Know
Common Questions
Chungdu Queen Japanese Painted Fern questions
What zones can Chungdu Queen Japanese Painted Fern grow in?
Chungdu Queen Japanese Painted Fern is hardy in USDA Zones 4–9. Inside that range it survives winter in the ground; outside it, grow it as an annual or a container plant you protect.
Is Chungdu Queen Japanese Painted Fern deer resistant?
Yes — Chungdu Queen Japanese Painted Fern is rated deer-resistant. Deer typically pass it over, though extreme hunger can override any plant's defenses.
Does Chungdu Queen Japanese Painted Fern need full sun?
Chungdu Queen Japanese Painted Fern does best in part shade.
More Athyrium to compare
Lady Fern
Athyrium filix-femina
Pictum Japanese Painted Fern
Athyrium niponicum 'Pictum'
Ghost Fern
Athyrium niponicum 'Ghost'
Lady in Red Fern
Athyrium filix-femina 'Lady in Red'
Japanese Painted Fern
Athyrium niponicum 'Japanese Painted Fern'
Okanum fern
Athyrium otophorum 'Okanum'
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