Description

Add year-round texture and a warm glow to shaded spaces with Dryopteris erythrosora ‘Brilliance’. This striking evergreen fern is loved for its coppery-pink new fronds that mature to rich, glossy green, bringing subtle colour and structure to any garden corner. It pairs beautifully with hostas, hellebores, and woodland perennials, making it a stylish staple for South London’s shadier gardens and patios.

Plants supplied in a growers pot.

Key Features & Care:

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  Mature Height: 0.5–1m (compact and tidy)


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  Mature Spread: 0.5–1m


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  Flower Colour: N/A (non-flowering fern)


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  Flowering Period: N/A


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  Foliage: Evergreen (semi-evergreen in colder areas)


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  Fragrant: No


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  Growth Rate: Moderate


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  Hardiness: Hardy in most UK gardens, including coastal areas


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  Position: Partial to full shade (tolerates morning sun)


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  Soil Moisture: Moist but well-drained


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  Soil PH: Acid, neutral


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  Soil Type: Clay, loam, sand


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  Wildlife Friendly: Provides ground-level shelter for insects and small birds

Perfect For:

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  Shady urban gardens and courtyard spaces


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  Underplanting trees and shrubs


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  Pots and shaded containers


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  Mixed foliage and woodland-style borders

How to Grow:

Plant in humus-rich, moist but well-drained soil in a shady or partially shaded spot. Water during dry spells and remove old or tired fronds in early spring to make room for fresh coppery new growth. Virtually no maintenance required—ideal for busy Londoners!

Please note:

Images show how this plant may look at various stages of maturity. The size you choose may look different.