{"product_id":"col-1l-lad-fer-ath-lre","title":"Set of 3 or 6 Lady Fern Athyrium Lady in Red Hardy Perennial Plants, Shade Garden Ready, Outdoor Fern, 11cm or 1L Root Ball","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e3 Hardy Lady Fern Athyrium 'Lady in Red' Perennial Plants, Outdoor Garden Ready, 1 Litre Root-Ball\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eAthyrium filix-femina 'Lady in Red' is a stunning deciduous ornamental fern prized for its distinctive red stems and graceful, finely textured foliage. This shade-loving woodland fern brings elegant green fronds to any garden design and is widely regarded as one of the best ferns for UK gardens. A reliable, cold-hardy perennial, it returns year after year with minimal fuss.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat's Included:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\\n\u003cul\u003e\\n\u003cli\u003e3 or 6 established Lady Fern 'Lady in Red' plants, each grown in a 1 litre root-ball\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\\n\u003cli\u003ePlants are outdoor garden ready for immediate planting\u003c\/li\u003e\\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowing Conditions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\\n\u003cp\u003eThis shade-tolerant, moisture-loving fern thrives in partial shade to full shade, making it the ideal choice for north-facing gardens, planting under trees, and shady borders. It performs best in moist, damp soil and adapts readily to clay soil and acidic soil. A cold-hardy and winter-hardy perennial fern, it is fully frost resistant to –20°C and returns reliably year after year.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting Ideas:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\\n\u003cp\u003eAn incredibly versatile garden fern — use as a border plant, ground cover, or in rockery plantings. This decorative fern looks exceptional in cottage garden schemes, woodland garden settings, and flower beds. Plant alongside hostas and other shade-loving companion plants for a lush, layered effect. Also well suited to containers, pots, patios, and balconies, or grow as an indoor fern houseplant in a cool, bright room.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\\n\u003cp\u003eA low-maintenance, easy-to-grow fern perfect for beginners. Keep soil consistently moist but well-drained. Plant in humus-rich soil in a sheltered, shaded position. Cut back old fronds in late winter or early spring to make way for fresh new growth. A wonderful choice for eco-friendly wildlife gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCultural Information:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\\n\u003cul\u003e\\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Athyrium filix-femina 'Lady in Red'\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Names:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lady Fern, Lady in Red Fern\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClassification:\u003c\/strong\u003e Deciduous Perennial Fern\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFully Grown Height and Spread:\u003c\/strong\u003e 40–60 cm x 30–45 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Clump-Forming, Upright to Arching Fronds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePerfect For:\u003c\/strong\u003e Borders, Woodland Gardens, Ground Cover, Rockeries, Containers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFoliage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Finely Textured Green Fronds on Distinctive Red Stems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting Position:\u003c\/strong\u003e Partial Shade to Full Shade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moist, Well-Drained, Humus-Rich; Tolerates Clay and Acidic Soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHardiness:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fully Hardy to –20°C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hardy Deciduous Perennial Fern\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAttracts:\u003c\/strong\u003e Beneficial Insects and Garden Wildlife\u003c\/li\u003e\\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNotes:\u003c\/strong\u003e This variety, 'Lady in Red', is named for its striking burgundy-red stems which provide a beautiful contrast against the soft green fronds throughout the growing season.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Verdant Living","offers":[{"title":"3 Plants","offer_id":49930826055900,"sku":"COL-1L-LAD-FER-ATH-LREX3","price":20.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"6 Plants","offer_id":49930826088668,"sku":"COL-1L-LAD-FER-ATH-LREX6","price":29.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0646\/2455\/8300\/files\/file_b45733a3-199d-4878-9a47-0520a61fe9b5.png?v=1776387670","url":"https:\/\/www.verdant-living.co.uk\/products\/col-1l-lad-fer-ath-lre","provider":"Verdant Living","version":"1.0","type":"link"}