They form a series of erect, spoon-shaped, bright green fronds that rise from a central rosette. Healthy plants can have fronds up to 5 feet long, but bird’s nest ferns kept as houseplants typically have fronds that grow only about 2 feet long. These ferns have a slow growth rate. They’re best planted in the spring, though houseplants generally can be started year-round.
Common Name | Bird’s nest fern, nest fern |
Botanical Name | Asplenium nidus |
Family | Aspleniaceae |
Plant Type | Perennial |
Mature Size | 3–5 ft. tall, 2–3 ft. wide |
Sun Exposure | Partial, shade |
Soil Type | Loamy, moist, well-drained |
Soil pH | Acidic |
Bloom Time | N/A |
Flower Color | N/A |
Native Area | Asia, Australia, Africa |
Light
Bird’s nest ferns grow well in filtered sunlight to a moderate amount of shade. Don’t expose them to direct sunlight other than the very early morning sun. Harsh direct sunlight can burn the leaves. Indoors, an east- or north-facing window is ideal.
Soil
These plants like soil that’s loose and rich in organic matter with excellent drainage. A peat-based potting mix is good for container plants.
Water
The ferns prefer a consistent amount of soil moisture, but they don’t do well sitting in soggy soil. Water whenever the top inch of soil is dry. Avoid watering directly into the center of the plant, as this can encourage mold growth and rot in the dense nest. Aim water at the soil to avoid wetting the fern’s fronds.
Don’ts
- Do not over water the plant especially when pot does not have drainage holes.
- keep away from the AC Vents.
- Do not apply water on plant leaves.
Initial care for 1-2 weeks after receiving plant at your location.
- Check the moisture in the soil before watering it.
- Poke your finger into the soil, if dry then apply water.
- Keep the plant in indirect light.
- Do not repot immediately after receiving it.
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