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Fern 'Autumn'
This color-changing beauty puts on a stunning show with every new frond!
In spring as the new fronds unfurl they come in a beautiful coppery red color. This converts to a brilliant Kelly Green color as the fronds mature and grow.
Grow Pot Size: 2", 4” and 6"
Overall height including grow pot: 10-14” depending on grow pot size.
Plant Care Level: Medium
Key Benefits
An air-purifying, drought-tolerant fern makes plant care a breeze! You won’t need to worry about this plant crashing on you if you look at it wrong!
Fern ‘Autumn’ Care Tips
- Other Common Names: Japanese Shield Fern, Japanese Wood Fern
- Binomial Name: Dryopteris erythrosora
- Care Level: Medium
- Light: Indirect Medium-light - Part Shade
- Water: Allow top 2” of soil to dry
- Pet Friendly: No
The Fern ‘Autumn’ Story
Where is it from?
The Fern ‘Autumn’ comes from the forests of Asia. This semi-evergreen can be found throughout Japan and China and as far South as the Philippines.
Who is the Fern ‘Autumn’?
The Fern ‘Autumn’ is a semi-evergreen fern native to Asia, it is often called a Japanese wood Fern or Japanese Shield Fern. Regardless of what you call it, the color-changing nature is truly something to see.
Good For You!
Clean: This Hybrid is sterile and won’t cause a mess with spores.
Breath Deep: Ferns belonging to the Asplenium family are natural air purifying plants, and have been documented at removing pollutants and toxins from the air such as formaldehyde, xylene, and toluene.
Is the Fern ‘Autumn’ the right plant for me?
This fern is ideal for those who like a cooler home and might forget a watering here and there. The Autumn Fern is an adaptable, easy to care for fern.
Pet Friendly: Yes, we recommend keeping plants away from curious pets.
Location Suggestions: We suggest popping this fern in your bathroom or bedroom where it can take advantage of the cooler temperature and high humidity!
Care Instructions
Light
Indirect Medium light - Part Shade
Water
Keep the soil slightly moist. Water thoroughly and drain any excess water.
Repotting
Can be done every 12-18 months. Choose a pot that is 2” larger in diameter than the original pot.
Soil
Use a well-draining, high organic matter soil mix.
Temperature
Average from 65°F to 75°F
Feeding
Follow a monthly fertilizing schedule when the plant is actively growing. In most cases, this is in the spring and summer. Use a balanced fertilizer - this means a ratio of NPK that is all the same. Ex: 10-10-10.
Grooming
Gently remove dried, browning mature leaves from the base.
Care
Occasionally mist your fern to increase humidity
General Information About Your Plant
Origin
Japan, China and Philippines
Leaves
The fronds are delicate and beautiful.
Toxicity
Non-toxic. Always keep plants out of reach of pets and children.
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If you find the same plant at another online shop for a better price, we will match it.**Exempt are online garden centers and DIY markets and sales offers.
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