DRYOPTERIS erythrosora - Description

Potted Dryopteris erythrosora
Common Name: Japanese Shield Fern
Other Names: Autumn Fern
Indoors or Outdoor: Typically grown outdoors in gardens.
Size: Mature size ranges from 30 to 60 centimeters in height with a similar spread.

DRYOPTERIS erythrosora - Delivery

Delivery Info: Your healthy Dryopteris erythrosora plant will be carefully packaged and shipped directly to your doorstep, ready for planting.

DRYOPTERIS erythrosora - Characteristics

Mature Size: Typically grows to a height of 30 to 60 centimeters with a similar spread.
Evergreen or Deciduous: Semi-evergreen, as it retains some of its fronds through the winter.
Preferred Position: Partial to full shade. It thrives in a woodland or shaded garden setting.
Shape - Plant Characteristics: This fern has a clumping, vase-shaped habit with arching fronds. New growth unfurls in a stunning coppery-red color, which matures to green.
Hardy or Not Hardy: Hardy and adaptable to various soil types.
Diseases: Generally disease-resistant when provided with the right growing conditions.

DRYOPTERIS erythrosora - Uses

Uses in Garden: Dryopteris erythrosora is a perfect choice for adding texture and color contrast to shaded or woodland gardens. It can be planted as a ground cover or as an accent plant in borders and rock gardens.

DRYOPTERIS erythrosora - Planting Characteristics

Preferred Planting Aspect: Partial to full shade, in well-draining, humus-rich soil.
Frost Hardy: Generally frost hardy in most Irish climates.
Fast or Slow Growing: Moderately fast-growing for a fern.
Pruning Advice: Remove dead or damaged fronds in late winter or early spring to encourage new growth.

DRYOPTERIS erythrosora - Planting Instructions in an Irish Climate

Sowing Time: Plant in early spring or early autumn.
Instruction: Dig a hole slightly larger than the root ball, place the plant, and backfill with soil. Water thoroughly.
Trench Preparation: Not required for this potted plant.
Positioning of Plants: Plant in a shaded area, away from direct sunlight.
Plant Spacing: Space plants about 30 to 45 centimeters apart.
Pruning: Prune as needed to remove dead or unsightly fronds.

Facts About Product: Dryopteris erythrosora, also known as the Japanese Shield Fern or Autumn Fern, is prized for its vibrant coppery-red new growth and its ability to thrive in shady garden areas. It provides a pop of color and lush texture to your garden, making it an excellent addition to any landscape.

Enhance your garden with the beauty of Dryopteris erythrosora. Its unique foliage and adaptability to Irish climates make it a valuable addition to your outdoor space. Order yours today and enjoy the elegance of this stunning fern variety.