Winter Interest

Autumn Fern

Dryopteris erythrosora

The autumn fern earns its name with coppery-red new fronds that mature to deep green. Its year-round colour shifts bring warmth to shaded plantings.

Light

Partial Shade

Full Shade

Water

Moist

Average

Height

Medium

Foliage

Evergreen

Border

Middle

Container

Filler

How to Use

Plant in groups in shaded borders or woodland gardens. The bronze new growth pairs beautifully with spring bulbs.

Bronze fern fronds complement pink-toned astrantia flowers

Silver-leaved brunnera lightens bronze fern foliage

Contrasting fern fronds, delicate bronze vs glossy straps

Year-round shade interest with evergreen ferns and winter flowers

Textural shade planting with bold leaves and delicate fronds