Japanese Painted Fern | Athyrium niponicum metallicumAn unusual and highly attractive fern with blue, green, maroon and silver foliage which changes gradually throughout the seasons Also known as the Painted Lady Fern Thrives in a sheltered spot and prefers partial or full shade Perfect for a shady corner of the garden or for underplanting trees and shrubs Brings colour, texture and year round interest to cottage or woodland planting schemes, streams, ponds and water gardens