Japanese Painted Fern (Pictum) Zones|3-10 Although the leaves and nuts

Although the leaves and nuts on walnut and pecan trees don't have a high enough amount of juglone to harm humans

A normal amount of shedding is reasonable - not to worry unless it becomes significant

Toxic pollen from this plant is detrimental to honeybee colonies

Highly deer resistant

Japanese Painted Fern (Pictum) Zones|3-10 Although the leaves and nutsOne of the most colorful ferns for the garden, the Japanese Painted Fern perennial has silvery grey fronds which are dusty purple towards the center. They are set off by the purplish red veins and stems. This shade fern seems to be able to take a little bit more sun than most. The fronds are positioned in a way that creates a horizontal layering effect much like you see in Dogwood trees. Moderate growing; reaches 18 to 24 in. tall and wide.