Autumn Fern
Common name
Autumn Fern
Botanical name
Dryopteris erythrosora
Variety
na
Zone
USDA Zone 5 (-20°F) to USDA Zone 9 (20°F).
Light
Shade
Height
30-36" (76-91 cm)
Habit
Arching
Feed
Not recommended
Water
Weekly during dry spells
Bloom Time
No Bloom
Maintenance
Mulch to reduce weeds
About
A wonderful, easy-to-grow fern. Newly unfolding fronds have a beautiful coppery-pink color, aging to deep green. Striking in shaded or woodland gardens, formal or informal. Attractive with hostas, epimedium and wild ginger. Good filler for bouquets.