{"product_id":"copper-shield-fern-dryopteris-erythrosora-evergreen-garden-fern-plant-2l-pot","title":"Copper Shield Fern Dryopteris Erythrosora Evergreen Garden Fern Plant 2L Pot","description":"\u003ch3\u003eCopper Shield Fern – Stunning Copper and Green Foliage for Shaded Gardens\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBring colour, texture, and year-round interest to shaded garden spaces with the beautiful Copper Shield Fern. Also known as Dryopteris Erythrosora or Autumn Fern, this elegant fern is prized for its striking copper-red young fronds that gradually mature into rich glossy green foliage, creating a stunning multi-tonal display throughout the growing season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePerfect for woodland gardens, shaded borders, containers, and courtyard planting, this hardy fern forms a neat clump of arching fronds that adds structure and movement to the garden. Easy to grow and low maintenance, it thrives in moist, humus-rich soil and provides long-lasting ornamental value in areas where many flowering plants struggle. Supplied in a healthy 2L pot, ready to establish quickly and enhance your garden.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAvailable as:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e• Copper Shield Fern (Dryopteris Erythrosora) – 2L Pot\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSPECIFICATIONS\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Item Type: Garden Fern\u003cbr\u003e• Plant Type: Hardy Perennial Fern\u003cbr\u003e• Variety: Copper Shield Fern\u003cbr\u003e• Botanical Name: Dryopteris erythrosora\u003cbr\u003e• Common Names: Autumn Fern, Japanese Shield Fern, Copper Shield Fern\u003cbr\u003e• Pot Size: 2L Pot\u003cbr\u003e• Foliage Colour: Copper-Red New Growth, Mature Glossy Green Fronds\u003cbr\u003e• Position: Partial Shade to Full Shade\u003cbr\u003e• Mature Height: Approx. 60cm\u003cbr\u003e• Mature Spread: Approx. 60cm\u003cbr\u003e• Growth Habit: Clump Forming, Arching\u003cbr\u003e• Soil Type: Moist, Humus-Rich, Well-Drained Soil\u003cbr\u003e• Hardiness: Fully Hardy Perennial\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKEY FEATURES\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Attractive copper-red young fronds\u003cbr\u003e• Glossy green mature foliage\u003cbr\u003e• Excellent for shaded and woodland gardens\u003cbr\u003e• Provides year-round texture and structure\u003cbr\u003e• Easy-care and low-maintenance plant\u003cbr\u003e• Ideal for borders, containers, and courtyards\u003cbr\u003e• Supplied as a healthy established 2L plant\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCARE TIPS\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Plant in partial shade or full shade\u003cbr\u003e• Grow in moist, well-drained soil rich in organic matter\u003cbr\u003e• Water regularly during dry periods\u003cbr\u003e• Apply mulch annually to retain moisture\u003cbr\u003e• Remove damaged fronds in spring if required\u003cbr\u003e• Avoid prolonged dry conditions\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePERFECT FOR\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Woodland gardens\u003cbr\u003e• Shaded borders\u003cbr\u003e• Courtyard gardens\u003cbr\u003e• Patio containers\u003cbr\u003e• Fern collections\u003cbr\u003e• Low-maintenance planting schemes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCopper Shield Fern is a reliable and elegant fern that combines unique copper-coloured new growth with lush green mature foliage. Its beautiful seasonal colour changes and easy-care nature make it a standout addition to any shaded garden.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Plants By Post","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56990990729594,"sku":"PBP-2L-COP-SHI-FER-DREX1","price":19.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0269\/7773\/0663\/files\/file_5e515f8c-740b-44be-ba47-3bad2b6feea4.png?v=1781883364","url":"https:\/\/www.plantsbypost.co.uk\/products\/copper-shield-fern-dryopteris-erythrosora-evergreen-garden-fern-plant-2l-pot","provider":"Plants By Post","version":"1.0","type":"link"}