Red Beauty Japanese Painted Fern
Best shade-loving groundcover for gardeners seeking low-maintenance, deer-resistant color.
This fern turns dark, neglected corners into a moody masterpiece with its striking silver and burgundy foliage. It offers the lush, high-impact look of a tropical plant while remaining remarkably well-behaved, providing elegant groundcover that won't stage a hostile takeover of your garden beds.
$13.98
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American Meadows, Inc
Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking vibrant color contrast in low-light landscapes
- Homeowners managing gardens with frequent deer or rabbit activity
- Landscapers needing reliable greenery for deep, dark garden corners
Who should skip it
- Gardeners wanting year-round foliage or early spring garden interest
- Busy gardeners unable to maintain consistent soil moisture levels
- People with sunny garden beds lacking natural shade protection
Performance breakdown
Visual Impact
Stunning burgundy and silver contrast creates a high-end designer aesthetic.
Shade Adaptability
Thrives in low-light conditions where most flowering plants struggle.
Pest Resistance
Reliably deters deer and rabbits without requiring chemical intervention.
Maintenance Ease
Non-aggressive growth habit keeps garden beds tidy with minimal effort.
Hardiness Range
Versatile perennial performance across a broad spectrum of growing zones.
Fragrance Profile
Subtle spicy notes add a pleasant, unexpected sensory layer to shade.
Key Specs
Mature Height
12-18 inches
Mature Spread
12-18 inches
Growing Zones
4-9
Light Requirements
Full Shade, Half Sun / Half Shade
Soil Type
Loamy Soil, Clay Soil
Soil Moisture
Average, Moist / Wet
Ships As
Potted Plant
Neonicotinoid Free
Yes
Growth Habit
Fern, Groundcover
Plant Life Cycle
Perennial
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