Dryopteris erythrosora 'Brilliance'
Autumn Fern
USDA Hardiness Zone 3-8
Fronds unfurl copper-red, maturing to bronze and then green. Green summer foliage can then acquire a russet tone in autumn. Spreads slowly by rhizomes. Very attractive color!
Height
18-30 Inches
Spread
12-16 Inches
Homeowner Growing and Maintenance Tips
Grow in fertile, humus-rich soil. Keep soil moist, watering freely in dry weather. Plant crowns no more than 1-2' deep.
When to Divide
spring, if needed
Good Companions
Variegated Solomon's Seal (Polygonatum odoratum), Japanese Windflower Anemone (Anemone ), Foamflower (Tiarella cordifolia), Cranesbill (Geranium ), Hellebore (Helleborus Winter Thrillers), Plantain Lily (Hosta ), Bigleaf Ligularia (Ligularia dentata), Masterwort (Astrantia major), Mini Hosta (Hosta ), Hellebore (Helleborus Winter Thrillers), Foamy Bells (Heucherella ), Barrenwort (Epimedium warleyense), Rainbow Spurge (Euphorbia martinii), Foxglove (Digitalis purpurea)Characteristics & Attributes
Attributes & Uses
| • | Crafts |
| • | Cut Flowers |
| • | Containers |
| • | Ground Cover |
Critter Resistance
| • | Deer Resistant |
Exposure
| • | Full Sun |
| • | Partial Shade |
| • | Shade |
Foliage Color
| • | Yellow/Copper/Bronze |
| • | Green |
Season of Interest (Foliage)
| • | Spring |
| • | Summer |
| • | Fall |
Soil Moisture Preference
| • | Well-drained |
| • | Moist |
| • | Rich |
