Autumn Fern| Leatherleaf fern |TLSP – 38

The Dryopteris erythrosora, or Autumn Fern as most of us know it, is a hardy fern that can be grown both indoors and outdoors. With stunning and graceful foliage that takes on autumnal coloring, it is a calming and peaceful plant for any shady spot. Also known as lace fern due to its lace-like and delicate fronds, it is happiest in low lighting.

Light: The Autumn Fern is a shade-loving plant both indoors and outdoors. Intensely disliking strong direct light, it thrives in a spot where it receives low to medium light levels, away from south-facing windows.

Care: Originating from the woodlands of Asia, the Autumn Fern prefers high humidity and a temperature of 60-85°F. Regular misting, placing on a wet pebble tray, and maintaining consistently moist soil can help increase humidity levels and keep the foliage tips from turning brown and unsightly. Where possible, avoid growing the Autumn Fern in a drafty spot as this can also lead to brown-edged fronds.

Watering: The Autumn Fern prefers moist, but not overly wet soil and does not tolerate drying out. As soon as the top layer of soil appears dry, it can be watered again, ideally using harvested rainwater. Watering can be reduced in winter as the temperatures fall.