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Autumn ferns are common features in woodland gardens. Jupiterimages/Brand X Pictures/Getty Images
Autumn fern, known scientifically as Eryopteris erythrosora, is native to eastern Asia. Autumn fern is also commonly referred to as pink shield fern, Japanese shield fern and Japanese wood fern. The plant is a vibrantly colored fern that is a popular fixture in landscapes.
Description
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Autumn fern is a bright ground cover that is characterized by pink fiddleheads that turn coppery orange when they unfurl. With aging, the papery fronds gradually become a light green color. The upright and arching fronds have a leathery texture and can grow to up to 2 feet long.
Cultivation
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In areas that lack frost, autumn fern remains evergreen. It grows successfully in soil that is well-drained, acidic, rich and evenly moist, in areas of full or partial shade. If autumn fern dries out, it will change color and slightly wilt. With sufficient moisture and shade, the plant can do well in heat. Autumn fern slowly spreads via rhizomes, and can also be propagated through division and spores.
Common Uses
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Autumn fern is often used as a specimen plant, in woodland gardens and in borders and beds. The plant is also frequently used for edging and mass planting. Autumn fern is often cultivated for its attractive and showy foliage, with it being more prominent in the spring garden and more of a background accent after the foliage ages to green in late spring.
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