{"product_id":"brilliance-autumn-fern","title":"'Brilliance' Autumn Fern","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDryopteris erythrosora 'Brilliance' | Brilliance Autumn Fern\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border: 3px solid #e07b00; border-radius: 8px; padding: 16px; margin: 16px 0; background-color: #fff8f0; text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"color: #e07b00; font-size: 1.1em;\"\u003eBEST VALUE: Premium 1 Gallon—Landscape Ready\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 8px 0 0;\"\u003eOur newly grown 1-gallon Brilliance Autumn Fern arrives as a finished, established specimen—the same quality used by professional landscapers. A bigger root system means faster establishment, stronger color, and results you can see from day one. At $47.99, this is the smartest investment for your shade garden.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border: 3px solid #6a0dad; border-radius: 8px; padding: 16px; margin: 16px 0; background-color: #f9f0ff; text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"color: #6a0dad; font-size: 1.1em;\"\u003eLANDSCAPE IMPACT: 3 Gallon—Maximum Presence\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 8px 0 0;\"\u003eWhen you want instant drama in the landscape, the 3 Gallon Brilliance Autumn Fern delivers. A mature, full-sized plant that fills space immediately—ideal for mass plantings, border anchors, or statement shade beds. At $74.99, it is the choice for gardeners who want results now, not next season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border: 3px solid #2e7d32; border-radius: 8px; padding: 16px; margin: 16px 0; background-color: #f0fff0; text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"color: #2e7d32; font-size: 1.1em;\"\u003eFILL MY BOX \u0026amp; SAVE\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 8px 0 0;\"\u003e1 Brilliance Autumn Fern—Original Price\u003cbr\u003eBuy 2 Brilliance Autumn Ferns—Save\u003cstrong\u003e 15%\u003c\/strong\u003e automatically at checkout.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 8px 0 0; font-size: 0.9em;\"\u003eSavings apply automatically. No code needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy Brilliance Autumn Fern Is Trending in 2026\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStunning copper-to-green color shift that performs all season long\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne of the few ferns with true four-season visual interest\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDeer resistant and low maintenance—plant it and let it thrive\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAward-winning variety: 2012 Royal Horticultural Society Award of Garden Merit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThrives in the shaded spots where most plants struggle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat This Plant Does For You\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTransforms dark, difficult shade areas into vibrant focal points\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDelivers coppery-orange new growth in spring that stops visitors in their tracks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMatures into rich, glossy green that anchors mixed shade plantings beautifully\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReduces garden maintenance—no deadheading, minimal pruning, naturally tidy habit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdds layered texture alongside hostas, astilbes, and woodland perennials\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvides reliable color even in challenging urban or suburban shade conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Highlights\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBotanical Name: Dryopteris erythrosora 'Brilliance'\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMature Height: 24\" | Mature Width: 24\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBloom: N\/A — grown for stunning foliage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHardiness Zones: 5–8\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLight: Partial shade to full shade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater: Occasionally once established; keep moist during establishment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrowth Rate: Moderate to rapid\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFall Color: Reddish-orange and coppery-golden\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChoose your size above and add to cart to lock in your savings.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePremium Features \u0026amp; Solutions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrilliance Autumn Fern solves the hardest problem in the garden: what to grow in deep shade. Where grass fails and sun-lovers fade, this fern thrives. Our nursery-grown plants are selected for vigor, root development, and color intensity—not just size. The 1-gallon is ideal for gardeners building out a new shade bed or filling gaps in an established planting. The 3-gallon is the go-to for immediate landscape impact, mass planting projects, or anyone who simply does not want to wait.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChoose Your Size\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e1 Gallon ($47.99):\u003c\/strong\u003e Established, landscape-ready plant. Faster establishment than smaller sizes, professional quality, ships at 18–20\" height.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e3 Gallon ($74.99):\u003c\/strong\u003e Maximum landscape presence. Full, mature plant for instant impact. Ships at 20–24\" height.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSmart Growing Guide\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBeginner:\u003c\/strong\u003e Plant in a shaded spot with moist, well-drained soil. Dig a hole as deep as the root ball and twice as wide. Set the crown level with the soil surface, water thoroughly, and mulch around the base to hold moisture. Water regularly for the first few weeks—after that, your fern largely takes care of itself. Remove any dead or bent fronds in late winter to keep it looking tidy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdvanced:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dryopteris erythrosora 'Brilliance' performs best in slightly acidic, humus-rich soil with consistent moisture. Avoid waterlogged conditions—good drainage is critical for root health. For mass plantings, space 18–24\" apart for a full, weed-suppressing canopy within two seasons. Fertilize lightly in early spring with a balanced slow-release formula. Frond color intensity is maximized in cooler temperatures; in Zone 7–8, the site is in north- or east-facing exposures to extend the copper coloration period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePro Tips for Maximum Impact\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePair with golden hostas or white-flowering astilbes to amplify the copper-green contrast\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse as a groundcover under deciduous trees where seasonal light shifts suit its growth cycle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMulch 2–3\" deep around the base to retain moisture and suppress weeds through summer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIn Zone 5, apply a light layer of straw mulch over the crown in late fall for added winter protection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor the fastest fill, plant the 3-gallon size and space at 18\" centers in mass planting beds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the difference between the 1-gallon and 3-gallon?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe 1 Gallon is a nursery-grown, landscape-ready plant that establishes quickly and is the best value for most gardeners. The 3-gallon is a larger, more mature plant that delivers immediate landscape presence—ideal for statement plantings or when you want results right away.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does the Fill My Box savings work?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBuy 2 Brilliance Autumn Ferns and save 15% automatically at checkout. No discount code needed—savings are applied instantly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat zones does Brilliance Autumn Fern grow in?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt is hardy in Zones 5–8, making it suitable for a wide range of climates across the US.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow much sun does it need?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePartial shade to full shade. It can handle morning sun but should be protected from hot afternoon direct sun, especially in warmer zones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it deer resistant?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. Brilliance Autumn Fern is reliably deer resistant, making it an excellent choice for gardens in high-deer-pressure areas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it pet-friendly?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. Keep pets away from this plant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow fast does it grow?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGrowth rate is moderate to rapid. Established plants fill in quickly, especially with consistent moisture and good soil preparation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it stay green in winter?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn Zones 6–8 it is semi-evergreen to evergreen. In Zone 5 it may die back in harsh winters but returns reliably in spring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhen does it ship?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eProcessing time is 1–3 days. Orders placed after 4:00 PM Wednesday through Sunday ship the following Monday. We hold orders during extreme heat (above 95 degrees) or cold (below 34 degrees) to protect your plants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat size does it ship at?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e1 Gallon ships at 18–20\". 3-gallon ships at 20–24\".\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border: 3px solid #c0392b; border-radius: 8px; padding: 16px; margin: 16px 0; background-color: #fff5f5; text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"color: #c0392b; font-size: 1.1em;\"\u003eTake Action Now\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 8px 0 0;\"\u003eStock is limited. Choose your size above and add to cart today. Buy 2 and save 15% automatically—no code needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrdering \u0026amp; Shipping\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProcessing time is 1–3 days after receiving your order. Orders placed after 4:00 PM Wednesday through Sunday ship the following Monday. We hold shipments during extreme heat (above 95 degrees) or cold (below 34 degrees) to ensure your plants arrive healthy and ready to thrive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNote: The images and videos on our site are the best way to show off our products and show how good we are as growers. Depending on the season you buy, you may get a plant that is smaller or bigger than the picture shows. The plant might bloom like it does on our site, but it might not. We cut off the blooms most of the time because they don't ship well. When you buy our plants, think of them as an investment in your future garden, and enjoy the process of seeing them grow to their fullest.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Plant Factory Direct","offers":[{"title":"1 Gallon Plant","offer_id":55078636290367,"sku":"501.187000","price":47.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"3 Gallon Plant","offer_id":55078636323135,"sku":"503.0187000","price":74.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0818\/0908\/0639\/files\/autumn_fern_brillance-_1__20525.1727966259.1280.1280.jpg?v=1786204673","url":"https:\/\/www.ardentgardeners.com\/products\/brilliance-autumn-fern","provider":"Ardent Gardeners","version":"1.0","type":"link"}