Autumn Fern is a vase-shaped evergreen fern with arching tri-pinnate fronds. These frilly, papery fronds emerge copper-red and mature to dark green. Thrives in rich, moist, acidic soils with some shade. Tolerates drought once established.
To learn more about the Autumn Fern read this blog post.
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Origins: |
Japan, China and Taiwan |
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Height: |
1.5' - 2.5’ |
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Spread: |
1.5’ - 2.5’ |
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Spacing: |
2’ |
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USDA Hardiness Zone: |
5 - 8 |
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Bloom Color: |
N/A |
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MAINTENANCE NEEDS: Low Maintenance. Do not allow soils to dry out. Shelter from winds. No serious diseases or pest issues. Will spread slowly.
LANDSCAPE USES: Accents or Group Plantings, Borders, Woodland Garden, Rock Gardens, Naturalized Areas, and Containers.
COMPANION PLANTS: Leopard Plant, Coral Bells, Lungwort
IMAGE: Photo by klp.nyc, Dryopteris erythrosora (autumn fern)
*As plants have ranges in appearance they may not appear as the images shown
