Perennials planted in the coldest zone listed are considered 'tender perennials', and may not overwinter in a severe winter. New growth appears bright orange before maturing into a dark green. Winner of the prestigious Royal Horticultural Society Award-winner, this evergreen fern unfurls bronze-colored fronds in spring and sports particularly bright orange-red ripe spores on the undersides of the leaves in autumn. They are all considered 'perennial' if planted within their preferred zone range. The perfect fern for any shady area The Brilliance Autumn Fern is resistant to deer and rabbits. Gardeners who plant ‘Brilliance’ Autumn Fern will find that the sturdy fronds stand up to all but the harshest ice storm, providing green when we need it most. Our plants are grown on our 30-acre outdoor nursery in Virginia (available by mail-order only). We are not able to offer warranties or extended guarantees on plants due to the sheer number of variables that can affect their growth and survival. If they are damaged or if you have concerns, please inform us right away by emailing Even if you are planning to wait and see if it recovers, we need to document the damage on your order. Our plants are guaranteed to arrive safely in a suitable condition for planting. The plants are not guaranteed to be blooming when they arrive, and the foliage may need to be trimmed before shipping to fit them in the box safely.

The rare exception is our slightly smaller 3.5' inch pot, which will be labeled on a few product pages. Rare Roots ships live, growing plants in one-quart pots all over the continental US.

Brilliance autumn fern