Fern Houseplant

It isn't necessary that the offset have roots as it will easily develop roots where it comes into contact with soil. The offset may be planted immediately if removed by hand; however, if the offset was cut from the parent plant, set it aside for a couple...

If you make sure that your fern is getting the right care for Boston fern plant, your plant will live for many years to come. Check the soil daily and make sure to give it some water if the soil feels at all dry.

Although they can tolerate drier conditions than other ferns, they still should be watered every time the surface soil just starts to dry. Soak the plant's soil completely, until water is running out the bottom.

The fern should be planted at the same depth it was planted in the previous container. The new pot should be only 1 or 2 inches larger in diameter than the current pot. Place the fern in the new container and fill in around the root ball with potting...

If the infestation is bad, remove any infected plants.freestar.queue.push(function() { googletag.display("div-gpt-ad-300x250-ATF-1"); });Small, but spreading, soft brown to black spots with an unpleasant odor are most likely a sign ofLeaf tip burn manifests...

Be sure the bottom of the pot doesn't touch the water, as water seeping up through the drainage hole can cause Watering a Boston fern isn't rocket science, but understanding how much and how often to water Boston ferns requires a bit of practice and careful...

Read on to find out.Although Boston fern is often grown as a houseplant, it thrives outdoors in warm, humid climates in USDA zones 9-11. If the slug infestation is light, pick the pests off the plant early in the morning or in the evening and drop them...

The fertilizer should have aDuring the summer, you can also supplement the monthly Boston fern fertilizer with slow release fertilizers. Keep reading to learn the best practices for fertilizing Boston ferns., are low feeders, meaning they tend to need...

If you don't have the right conditions indoors for overwintering Boston ferns, allow them to go dormant and store in a garage, basement or outdoor building where temperatures don't go below 55 F.

The plant benefits from bright, indirect light during fall and winter. Avoid direct, intense sunlight from a window with southern or western exposure unless the window is protected by a sheer curtain, or if the window is shaded by a tall outdoor tree.Consider...

Read on to learn more about diseases of Boston fern plants.If you fail to water your potted fern appropriately, over or under irrigation can lead to unhealthy Boston ferns. If they are brown and stunted, it is likelyThe best way to prevent a Boston fern...

Since pruning can be messy, you may want to move the plants outdoors or place an old sheet in the area to catch the cuttings.You don't want to crop the top of the plant when pruning Boston fern.

A humidifier is a great investment if the air in your home tends to be dry, improving the environment for both plants and people. Boston fern thrives in low light and requires only moderate care to keep it lush and healthy.

Always rinse the foliage afterFollowing these steps should soon have your Boston fern looking its best. Boston ferns are a cultivar of the. This will have the excellent drainage the plant requires.Use a water soluble plant food mixed to half the recommended...

Plant a small section of rhizome with attached root nodules in a pot filled with moist potting soil or equal parts sand and. Are ancient plants that reproduce by generating and spreading spores, much like, also known as sword fern, is a dependable plant...

(21-27 C.), the spores should germinate in about two weeks. Keep reading to learn more about how to collect spores from ferns and bird's nest fern spore propagation., which appear as little brown spots on the undersides of the fronds.

They make a wonderful and green addition to the less brightly lit rooms in your home. A bird's nest fern that receives more light, for example, will have more crinkled leaves, while one that receives less light will have flatter leaves.

Don't worry if you break one off during rabbit's foot fern repotting, as you can simply root it for another of these wonderful plants.Timing is everything, and this is the case when to repot rabbit's foot ferns.

It is equally at ease in the home or the office. Repot plants that have become overcrowded in early spring. The fern prefers acidic, well-draining soil that is consistently damp but not soaked.Add a bit of leaf mold or peat moss to enhance fertility and...

Avoid using leaf shine products and insecticides on the plant. Even with the best of care, you may occasionally lose some of the older fronds. A gentle shower keeps the fronds looking clean and fresh and also removes many of the insects that feed on the...

The hanging container I chose has a self-watering bottom. I put it in a north window for partial sun and gave it enough water to keep it going. The fern was so tightly rootbound that it could no longer absorb moisture.

Although Christmas Fern is not a vigorous fern when grown in West Coast gardens, in most of North America it readily adapts to most garden soils. It can even be grown in poor, rocky or heavy, clay soils.

Special attention must be paid to the atmosphere in your mini terrarium. Think again!! You don't need a lot of space or money to have a cute little terrarium. Herbs need sun, and sun fries little terrarium plants.

This native gives the tropical feel of a palm but handles cold weather much better (up to zone 3!) Ostrich fern is happiest in a site that is moist, cool and shady. It really sings when planted in masses.

At least an inch and a half, I used two, more in places where I put plants with deeper root systems. I bought some charcoal filter replacements and broke them open. This is your drainage.

It would be pretty silly anyway because it would be very difficult to replicate the growing conditions, although Isabella Bird mentioned in her writings that ‘they can be preserved by putting under a glass shade' (or dome, as was quite common in those...

Grows from 30-36'' tall. Prefers full to partial shade. One of the most exciting garden fern introductions in years! Dazzling burgundy red stems (by the second year) differentiate Lady in Red from all other ferns and makes it a must for your shade garden.