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Autumn Fern

I have a very shaded lot and I have been adding ferns to my landscape. I know this is a silly question, but I want to know why they call my most recent purchase an autumn fern.


July 5, 2016

No question is silly if you are curious about the answer. Dryopteris erythrosora, Autumn Fern, is also commonly known as Japanese Shield Fern. It has a slow spreading habit and an ability to tolerate neglect which makes it an ideal candidate ... READ MORE

Category: Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Home Landscapes
Tags: Autumn Fern; Fern; Plants For Shade

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