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Exposurefull sun
Waterhigh
Typeshrub
Distribution
Dryopteris erythrosora Prolifica
Prolific Autumn Fern
Description
An evergreen fern forming a neat tuft of light green, rathery leathery, bipinnate fronds to 60cm long, often pink-tinged when young, and sometimes bearing bulbils
Mature Height
1m
Mature Spread
0.5m
Plant Characteristics
Foliage
Evergreen
Growth Habit
Bushy
Growth Speed
Slow · 0.1 m/yr
Soil Texture
ChalkClayLoamSand
Soil pH
AcidAlkalineNeutral
Soil Moisture
Moist but well-drainedPoorly-drained
Hardiness (RHS)
H6
Hardiness (USDA)
Zones 5-9
Flowering Season
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Key Features
Generally pest-freeCity and courtyard gardensCottage and informal gardenFlower borders and bedsUnderplanting of roses and shrubs
Available Variants
| Container Size | Details | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2.5LP089030V0025Z00020 | €12.75 |
All prices include VAT. Availability may vary by season.