2 Autumn Fern – Evergreen Perennial Shade Fern with Arching Coppery Fronds for Woodland Shade Borders & Containers (Dryopteris erythrosora ‘Autumn’) in 3.5” Cubes, Live Plants

Autumn Fern (Dryopteris erythrosora ‘Autumn’) is a vibrant evergreen prized for its coppery-orange new growth that matures to glossy deep green. Growing 1.5–2 ft tall and 1.5–3 ft wide, it forms a dense, arching mound of finely textured fronds that bring warmth and woodland elegance to shaded spaces year-round. Perfect for woodland gardens, shaded borders, foundations, and containers, it adds rich contrast and soft movement to low-light landscapes. Hardy in Zones 5–9, it thrives in partial to full shade with moist, well-draining soil. Deer-resistant, pet-friendly, and low-maintenance, Autumn Fern offers dependable structure with dynamic seasonal color.

• READY TO PLANT: Includes 2 Autumn Fern (Dryopteris erythrosora ‘Autumn’) starter plants in 3.5″ cubes. Each plant is well-rooted and ready to thrive. Natural variations in size, color, or seasonal appearance may occur.
• ABOUT THIS FERN: A compact evergreen perennial fern reaching 1.5–2 ft tall × 1.5–3 ft wide. Coppery-orange fronds mature to deep green with warm red undertones, forming arching clumps of non-toxic leathery foliage. Thrives in USDA Zones 5–9. Also known as Japanese Shield Fern, Copper Shield Fern, and Japanese Wood Fern.
• PERFECT FOR SHADE: Ideal for woodland gardens, shaded borders, foundation plantings, and beneath trees. Its vibrant copper growth adds seasonal color in shade gardens, containers, patios, and mass plantings.
• STRESS-FREE CARE: Hardy and easy-care, this shade-loving fern thrives in partial to full shade with moderate water. Deer-resistant, moderate-growing, and dependable, it maintains its dense form with only light pruning.
• SHIPPED WITH CARE: Grown in the USA and hand-packed by our veteran- and family-owned nursery, each plant arrives healthy and protected, with care instructions included. Shipped nationwide, excluding Alaska, Hawaii, and Puerto Rico.
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