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Dryopteris erythrosora

Family Dryopteridaceae
Plant Type fern
Zone USDA:   5a - 8b   RHS:   H   EGF:   H1 - H4   Australia:   1 - 2  
Care Level low, easy, suitable for beginners.
Height 45 cm (18 in)
Spread 45 cm (18 in)
Light partial shade to shade
Soil Moisture average to moist, well-drained
Soil Type loam
Soil pH acidic

Description This fern is clump forming and has greyish green foliage that is showy, glossy, medium textured and semi-evergreen. The fruit produced by Dryopteris erythrosora (autumn fern) is showy. Find a prominent place in your garden for this stunning fern which has been designated a specimen.
Typical Uses Accent, alpine or rock garden, border, container, cut flowers, edging, ground cover, mass planting, specimen, wild flower and woodland.
Special Characteristics Dryopteris erythrosora is noted for being naturally resistant to deer and rabbits.