Athyrium

Athyrium is a genus of ferns, commonly known as lady ferns, within the family Athyriaceae. Athyrium ferns are deciduous, meaning they shed their fronds annually. They have feathery, divided leaves called fronds, which are typically bright green and grow in a rosette pattern. They are popular in ornamental gardening due to their attractive foliage and ease of cultivation in shade gardens.

Genus Highlights

  • Sunlight: Partial to Full Shade
  • Zones: 3-9

In northern zones (3–5), they’re ideal for woodland gardens and tolerate heavy shade. In southern zones (8–9), they perform best in shaded areas with supplemental watering during dry spells.