Plant Characteristics
Cultural Information*
- Leaf Spot - High Resistance
- Root Rot - Moderate Resistance
- Leaf Scorch - Low Resistance
- Powdery Mildew - High Resistance
Preferred Planting Season*
- Spring Planting
- Summer Planting
Preferred Soil Conditions*
- Moist
- Adapts Well to Most Soil Types
- Average
- Well-Drained
- Drought Tolerant
Season of Interest*
- Late Summer/Early Autumn
- Early Spring
- Winter
- Spring
- Summer
- Fall
- Year-Round
- Late Spring/Early Summer
Sun Exposure*
- Prefers Full Shade in Northern States
- Prefers Full Shade in Southern States
Uses*
- Understory Planting
- Accent Plant
- Near Water Gardens or Ponds
- Mass Planting
Homeowner Growing & Maintenance
Ferns prefer shade and moist well draining soil. Feed once a year with a slow release fertilizer. To give your plant the best start possible, we include free fertilizer with every order.
Interesting Notes
Ferns have shown resistance to deer foraging, which makes them a good choice for shade gardens.
AUTUMN FERN
Dryopteris erythrosora
AKA: Autumn Shield Fern
Buy Autumn Fern online. Bold and beautiful choice for shady borders and woodland gardens. A dwarf-growing fern with young papery fronds that display coppery-red color, maturing to deep green. Spreads by underground stems.
Mature Height:
18-24 Inches
Mature Spread:
18-24 Inches
Family: Dryopteridaceae
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Common Name: Fern
FREE with every plant purchased:
- The Sooner Guarantee: For details, click here!
- A pre-measured amount of Polyon® Best-Paks time release fertilizer that keeps your plant well nourished for one year.
- Pre-hydrated Hydro-Gels are included in the top of each container to use when planting as they help retain soil moisture, and plants will establish more quickly with less transplant shock. Plants will also survive drought-like conditions and accidental missed waterings better.
- Planting and Care Instruction brochure.
- Catalogs of new and exciting plant brands, such as Garden Debut® and Proven Winners®.
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Eco gallon Potted
SKU: 10915
(2.64 qrts / 2.51 liters)
(1250 units available now - R)
Standard Package
Unbranded
$22.00
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