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2L pot shown; pictured in May
2L pot shown; pictured in May
Dryopteris erythrosora
Dryopteris erythrosora
Dryopteris erythrosora
Dryopteris erythrosora
Dryopteris erythrosora

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Copper Shield Fern

Dryopteris erythrosora

Dryopteris erythrosora

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Dryopteris erythrosora is a compact, semi-evergreen fern with coppery young foliage. This is an extremely hardy and versatile fern that can cope with a wide range of conditions.
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Plant height is measured from the base of the pot to the top of the plant. Heights are approximate and may vary with season.

The most common sized pots we sell from our nursery are 9cm, 17cm (2L), 19cm (3L) and 22.5cm (5L).

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Key features

Dryopteris erythrosora (Copper Shield Fern)

Copper shield fern, also known as autumn fern, can be a good choice for challenging shaded spots, though with sufficient moisture this is a fern that can also be grown in full sun.

This fern is unfussy when it comes to soil type, copes well at a range of light levels, even deep shade, and is fully hardy as long as it is placed in a sheltered position.

This is a low-maintenance choice which does not require much care, and which offers attractive foliage that emerges a coppery colour, fading to green as it matures.

  • Low maintenance plant
    Low maintenance
  • Suitable for shady areas
    Happy in shady areas

Plant background

Botanical Name: Dryopteris erythrosora Common Name: Copper Shield Fern Genus: Dryopteris
Plant Type: Ferns Native Area: East Asia Colour(s): Multicoloured

Characteristics

Eventual Height: ~0.5-1m Eventual Spread: ~0.5-1m Hardiness: H4 (Fully Hardy)
Life Cycle: Semi-Evergreen Preferred Sunlight: Any Preferred Soil: Most soil types

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