Beware the Maidenhair
The maidenhair fern, with its delicate fronds, is undeniably appealing.
But many people end up killing it because they cannot deliver constant care.
Even Futeral, who owns a plant store says, They’re one of my favorite ferns.
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They want to be in medium to bright indirect light, she explains.
Choose the Correct Soil
Choose yourpotting mixbased on light conditions, says Cheng.
Plants need that consistency, says Futeral.
They need that consistency of paying attention to them.
Another option is to get an oversized saucer, fill it with clean gravel and fill that with water.
This method gives it a source to drink, but it also creates humidity, says Futeral.
Mist Those Fronds
Ferns love humidity, so mist them frequently, says Futeral.
It just gives this fine constant mist and doesnt drip, she says.
She uses a well-rounded plant food once every couple of months on ferns.
