small fern house plants Mother Fern

small fern house plants Mother FernMother Fern in a 2in 4in nursery pot. Mother ferns grow baby ferns on their leaves that can be separated and grown on their own. 4in pot is pictured. This plant grows well in outdoor shade, these are the conditions for indoor growing: Light: Bright Filtered or Indirect Light Thrives in bright, but indirect light. Can tolerate bright medium light conditions such as in front of an unobstructed northern or eastern window, but may lose some density in

Mother Fern in a 2in-4in nursery pot. Mother ferns grow baby ferns on their leaves that can be separated and grown on their own. 4in pot is pictured.

This plant grows well in outdoor shade, these are the conditions for indoor growing:

Light: Bright Filtered or Indirect Light 
Thrives in bright, but indirect light. Can tolerate bright medium light conditions such as in front of an unobstructed northern or eastern window, but may lose some density in foliage.

Water: High
Likes to stay consistently moist. Water 2x a week or more depending on environment.  

Soil Type: Well-draining with moisture retention
A blend of peat moss, coco coir, or sphagnum for moisture retention, sand, gravel, or perlite for drainage, and potting soil.

Toxicity Level: Not toxic to animals.

Additional Information: Though ferns are known as shade plants, indoors, ferns need really bright filtered light to grow well. They use a lot of water and need adequate light in their environment to help them look their best without browning or crisping. Many varieties also benefit greatly from high humidity.

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