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Godzilla Painted Fern - America's Gardens Nursery

Godzilla Painted Fern

$14.99

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Description

Godzilla Japanese painted ferns or niponicum pictum 'godzilla' shows off painted fern fronds of epic proportions and has arching, silvery green fronds with deep purple midribs that radiate outward from a supersized spreading clump. The massive form and dramatic foliage is sure to thrill in a shaded bed or woodland setting, partnered with larger hosta plants.

Care

Well drained rich soil; shade to partial sun and moist but not soggy. Clip off dead and damaged fronds in the spring. Rarely requires division, but if desired can be divided in spring or fall once large enough to have two or more crowns.  An herbaceous perennial in zones 5-8.

Growth Habit

In the spring intensely colored fronds emerge a deep reddish-purple and slowly fade into a minty silver green with red stems.   Then, in autumn the cooler weather entices a reddish blush to the fronds before dying back in the winter. Grows 3 feet tall and 5-6 feet wide.

Toxicity

Not considered toxic to pets. Deer & rabbit resistant.

Satisfaction

Plant size and shape may differ from what is pictured.

For mail orders: Plants may go through shock during shipping. Upon arrival, take the plant out and water it thoroughly. If you are not satisfied with your purchase, please notify us via email at sales@amgardens.com and include a photo(s) within 24 hours of plant arrival.

For in store purchases: If you are not satisfied with your purchase, please call us at 423-870-5000 or return the plant in its original pot/condition within 3 days. Trees and shrubs have a 6 month warranty (exceptions may apply), but we highly encourage you to give us a call or email if you notice issues with your plant. We'd love to help you figure out what's wrong and save your plant! 

Shipping

Orders are shipped on Wednesdays and Thursdays; if your order is placed on a Wednesday, it may not ship until the following Wednesday. During peak season there may be delays in shipping. If it is too hot or cold, we suggest ordering during milder months to ensure plants arrive in best condition.
Description

Godzilla Japanese painted ferns or niponicum pictum 'godzilla' shows off painted fern fronds of epic proportions and has arching, silvery green fronds with deep purple midribs that radiate outward from a supersized spreading clump. The massive form and dramatic foliage is sure to thrill in a shaded bed or woodland setting, partnered with larger hosta plants.

Care

Well drained rich soil; shade to partial sun and moist but not soggy. Clip off dead and damaged fronds in the spring. Rarely requires division, but if desired can be divided in spring or fall once large enough to have two or more crowns.  An herbaceous perennial in zones 5-8.

Growth Habit

In the spring intensely colored fronds emerge a deep reddish-purple and slowly fade into a minty silver green with red stems.   Then, in autumn the cooler weather entices a reddish blush to the fronds before dying back in the winter. Grows 3 feet tall and 5-6 feet wide.

Toxicity

Not considered toxic to pets. Deer & rabbit resistant.

Satisfaction

Plant size and shape may differ from what is pictured.

For mail orders: Plants may go through shock during shipping. Upon arrival, take the plant out and water it thoroughly. If you are not satisfied with your purchase, please notify us via email at sales@amgardens.com and include a photo(s) within 24 hours of plant arrival.

For in store purchases: If you are not satisfied with your purchase, please call us at 423-870-5000 or return the plant in its original pot/condition within 3 days. Trees and shrubs have a 6 month warranty (exceptions may apply), but we highly encourage you to give us a call or email if you notice issues with your plant. We'd love to help you figure out what's wrong and save your plant! 

Shipping

Orders are shipped on Wednesdays and Thursdays; if your order is placed on a Wednesday, it may not ship until the following Wednesday. During peak season there may be delays in shipping. If it is too hot or cold, we suggest ordering during milder months to ensure plants arrive in best condition.