Stop Killing Ferns! How to Care for Ferns

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I have always been a fan of ferns, but for some reason, I could never manage to keep them alive. But those days are over, and I have done a complete 180 on ferns! If you've been listening to this podcast for a while, you've probably heard me say how I don't like ferns and how they're just not my recommended houseplant. However, for the past year or so, I've been successfully caring for ferns, and I'm obsessed. I've learned so much, and I can't wait to share my top tips with you!

In this episode, we learn:

• [00:10] Ferns 101
• [04:03] How resilient are ferns?
• [05:00] What are the brown spots you see on ferns?
• [05:34] Are ferns a good choice for a home with limited natural light?
• [06:32] How should you water your ferns?
• [07:33] The right kind of pots to use
• [09:13] How sphagnum moss helps keep ferns healthy
• [09:51] How important is the humidity for ferns?
• [11:40] What are the benefits of grouping plants together?
• [12:09] How to fertilize your fern
• [12:39] How to prune ferns
• [14:04] Troubleshooting tips for ferns
• [16:43] Proven Winners Leafjoy Fern species
• [17:49] What ferns are not recommended for beginners?
• [19:27] Ferns to bring home: Bird's nest fern
• [20:35] Ferns to bring home: Rabbit's foot fern
• [21:43] Ferns to bring home: Boston fern/Lemon button fern
• [22:15] Ferns to bring home: Staghorn fern

Mentioned in our conversation:

• Self-watering planters
• Ceramic pot
• Sphagnum moss
• Glass cloche
• Grow lights
• Espoma Organic Indoor! Plant Food
• Bird’s Nest Ferns: Living Lace® Victoria, Living Lace® Hurricane
• Living Lace® Davana - Blue Star Fern/Rabbit's Foot
• Emerald Vase - Boston Fern
• Living Lace® Cute as a Button™ - Button Fern
• Living Lace® Sword Dance™ - Staghorn Fern

For all of my foolproof tips on fern care,

check out the full show notes and blog here!

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