Athyrium filix-femina var. angustum 'Lady in Red'

Lady in Red Ladyfern

A striking ornamental lady fern prized for its deep burgundy-red stems and midribs contrasted against bright green, finely cut fronds. ‘Lady in Red’ adds bold color and elegant texture to shade gardens while retaining the graceful habit of traditional lady ferns.

Key features



Width: 18–24 in (1.5–2 ft)



Height: 24–36 in (2–3 ft)



Foliage: Bright green fronds with red to burgundy stems and midribs



Form: Upright, vase-shaped clump



Texture: Fine



Life cycle: Herbaceous perennial fern (deciduous)



Growing conditions



Sun: Part shade to full shade (tolerates some morning sun)



Soil: Moist, rich, well-drained; prefers humus-rich soils



Water: Moderate; consistent moisture preferred



Hardiness: USDA Zones 3–8



Landscape use



Shade and woodland gardens



Perennial borders



Foundation plantings



Mass plantings for color contrast



Companion to hostas, astilbes, and heuchera



Notes



Red coloration is strongest in spring and early summer



Generally deer resistant



More upright and colorful than standard lady fern



Excellent contrast plant in shade



Cut back old fronds in late winter or early spring

Plant type

Fern

Height

24 -30"

Width

2-30"

Hardiness zones

2–8

Sunlight

Full Shade, Partial Shade

Growth rate

Moderate

Leaf color

Green

Fall color

Green

Soil

Loamy, Well Drained

Landscape use

Accent Plant, Hedge, Mass Planting

Shape

Broad Upright, Vase Shaped

Drought tolerant

No