Benefits of Fern Plant

Ornamental :

The Ferns are popular ornamental plants that are appreciated for their attractive foliage, diverse leaf shapes, and vibrant green colors.

Low Maintenance :

The Ferns plants are easy to care for and require minimal attention. These flowering plants are suitable for both novice and busy gardeners.

Erosion Control :

The Ferns plant's root system helps prevent soil erosion, particularly in areas prone to erosion, providing additional stability to the landscape.

Air-Purification :

Ferns, like many other plants contribute to air-purification by absorbing pollutants and releasing oxygen. 

Care Tips For Fern Plant

Watering :

The Fern plant must be watered periodically. As soon as the top one inch of the soil gets dry, you must water it.

Light :

The Fern is a plant that does extremely well in temperatures between 15 - 30 degrees Celsius. Keep it in full sunlight during this time. 

Placement :

The Fern is an outdoor plant and loves the sunlight and humid conditions.

Fertilisation :

The Fern is not a very demanding plant. You can use vermicompost or cow dung compost every 15 days to maintain its nutrition balance. 

It can easily be propagated from seeds or cuttings.

Ideal Soil Mix :

The Fern plant requires porous, well-draining soil. The ideal soil mix for this plant is, Cocopeat (50%) + Garden Soil (30%) + Vermicompost (20%).

Pruning :

It is very important to consistently prune Ferns to give it a better shape and encourage rapid growth.

Pest Control :

The Ferns plant is susceptible to scale insects. Control the pests by using neem oil spray every week on the leaves.