Species
Photo to come
Autumn Fern
Dryopteris erythrosora
A semi-evergreen fern whose new fronds emerge coppery-bronze before turning glossy green; tough, clumping, and reliable in shade.
Sun
part shade to shade
Water
moderate
Mature size
1.5-2 ft × 1.5-2 ft
Bloom
Inconspicuous — grown for foliage (coppery new fronds).
Hardiness
USDA Zones 5–9
Care guide
Quick ID
Semi-evergreen clumping fern (*Dryopteris erythrosora*). New fronds emerge coppery-bronze, maturing to glossy green.
Sun & Site
Part shade to shade; moist, rich, humusy, well-drained soil. Needs consistent moisture and shelter from hot Draper sun.
Seasonal Care
Cut back tattered/winter-damaged fronds in early spring before new growth emerges.
In my garden
R1Bed R1
| Sun | Shade |
| Soil | sandy loam, fast percolation |
| Water source | Culinary |
| Hardiness here | Zone 7 |
May 2025
Planted · ~1 yr
What I've done here
- 2026-04-09Pre-emergent applied
retaining wall mid-levelBed retaining wall mid-level
| Sun | Part sun |
| Soil | sandy loam, fast percolation |
| Water source | Secondary |
| Hardiness here | Zone 7 |
May 2025
Planted · ~1 yr
What I've done here
- 2026-04-09Pre-emergent applied