{"product_id":"dryopteris-lepidopoda-sunset-fern-hardy-shade-fern-copper-red-woodland-fern-live-fern-in-3-5-pot","title":"Dryopteris lepidopoda | Sunset Fern | Hardy Shade Evergreen Fern in 3.5\" Pot","description":"\u003cp\u003eBring bold color and elegant texture to your shade garden with \u003cstrong\u003eDryopteris lepidopoda\u003c\/strong\u003e, commonly known as the \u003cstrong\u003eSunset Fern\u003c\/strong\u003e. This striking evergreen to semi-evergreen woodland fern is known for its dramatic new growth in brilliant copper, orange, pink, and red shades before maturing to glossy deep green.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eNative to the Himalayas and East Asia, Sunset Fern forms an upright, arching clump that adds year-round structure and vibrant seasonal contrast to woodland gardens, shaded borders, rain gardens, and containers. Its fiery spring foliage makes it a standout hardy fern for shade landscapes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhy Gardeners Choose Sunset Fern\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStunning copper-red spring foliage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGlossy evergreen to semi-evergreen fronds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdeal for woodland and shade gardens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThrives in moist, rich soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDeer resistant and low maintenance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for containers and foundation plantings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHardy perennial with year-round interest\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePlant Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/em\u003e Dryopteris lepidopoda\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/em\u003e Sunset Fern\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cem\u003ePlant Type:\u003c\/em\u003e Evergreen \/ Semi-Evergreen Fern\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eFoliage Color:\u003c\/em\u003e Copper-red new growth maturing to deep green\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eMature Height:\u003c\/em\u003e 24–36 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eMature Spread:\u003c\/em\u003e 24–36 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eGrowth Habit:\u003c\/em\u003e Upright, arching clump\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eLight Requirements:\u003c\/em\u003e Partial Shade to Full Shade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eWater Needs:\u003c\/em\u003e Moderate to High\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eSoil Needs:\u003c\/em\u003e Rich, moist, humus-rich, well-drained soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eHardiness Zones:\u003c\/em\u003e 5–8\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eCharacteristics:\u003c\/em\u003e Deer resistant, woodland perennial, colorful foliage, low maintenance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eGarden Uses\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eWoodland gardens, shade borders, foundation plantings, rain gardens, fern collections, erosion control on shaded slopes, shaded containers and patios, underplanting beneath trees and shrubs.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCompanion Plants\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003ePairs well with Hosta, Heuchera (Coral Bells), Astilbe, Tiarella (Foamflower), Japanese Forest Grass, Brunnera, and Western Sword Fern to create rich texture and layered woodland color.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCare Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlant in rich, moisture-retentive soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep soil evenly moist, especially during warm weather\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProtect from intense afternoon sun\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMulch annually to conserve moisture and improve soil health\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemove old fronds in early spring before new growth appears\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBest grown in sheltered woodland-style conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Plantingpartners","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52499612369028,"sku":null,"price":48.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1014\/5254\/6180\/files\/9.52-2026-05-21T213723.419.jpg?v=1783660753","url":"https:\/\/nataliesbotanicalgarden.com\/products\/dryopteris-lepidopoda-sunset-fern-hardy-shade-fern-copper-red-woodland-fern-live-fern-in-3-5-pot","provider":"Natalie's Botanical Garden","version":"1.0","type":"link"}