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. Type: Fern Origins: Japan, China and Taiwan Height: 1.5' - 2.5’ Spread: 1.5’ - 2.5’ Spacing: 2’ USDA Hardiness Zone: 5 - 8 Culture: Part Sun, Full Shade Bloom Color: N/A Season of Interest: Year-Round 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
