Prolifica autumn fern

Garden uses

Notes

'Prolifica' autumn fern (Dryopteris erythrosora 'Prolifica') is a fern for ground cover. It is hardy to USDA zone 5, or down to -20°F (-29°C). This plant likes part sun to full shade and dry soil. New leaves open reddish in spring, turn green in summer, and fade to coppery red in fall. It spreads slowly by creeping rhizomes, so it fills in over time. Deer tend to browse other plants first.

Pairs well with Red campion, Glory-of-the-snow, and Autumn moor grass.