Autumn Fern – Colorful Evergreen Woodland Fern

Add lush texture and year-round interest to your garden with the beautiful Autumn Fern (Dryopteris erythrosora). This attractive fern is known for its elegant arching fronds and distinctive new growth, which often emerges in coppery-red, bronze, and orange tones before maturing to a rich green.

Autumn Fern is an excellent choice for shaded gardens, woodland landscapes, containers, patios, and other low-light areas.

🌿 Care Guide

Light:
Prefers partial shade to full shade. Protect from intense afternoon sun, especially in warmer climates.

Water:
Keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged, particularly while the plant is becoming established.

Soil:
Grows best in rich, well-draining soil with plenty of organic matter.

Temperature:
A hardy outdoor fern that tolerates cooler temperatures well. Exact winter hardiness can vary depending on growing conditions.

Humidity:
Enjoys moderate to high humidity, although established plants can adapt to typical outdoor conditions.

Fertilizer:
Apply a balanced, slow-release fertilizer or compost during the growing season as needed.

🍂 Helpful Tip

The bronze or copper-colored new fronds are a natural and desirable feature of Autumn Fern. As the fronds mature, they gradually transition to green.