Japanese painted fern (Athyrium filix-femina) is a small, well-behaved fern that makes a graceful addition to shade garden plants. It won’t grow too big or too rambunctious. Instead, it beckons ...

One popular option is the Japanese painted fern (Athyrium niponicum 'Pictum'). This variety is known for its silver-green leaves with hints of purple, which can add a pop of color to the darker ...