Ferns: Buying & Care Guide

Step into a world of lush greenery with fern plants - a perfect blend of elegance and low-maintenance charm. In this guide, we invite you to embrace the verdant allure of ferns, enhancing your indoor oasis effortlessly. 

Ferns are not just plants; they are living art that brings a myriad of benefits. Experience increased humidity, toxin removal, and air purification as these botanical wonders breathe life into your surroundings. Their pet-friendly nature, aesthetic appeal (especially when suspended in hanging planters), and ease of care make them an ideal addition to any space.
Discover the diverse array of fern varieties available at Lively Root. With its unique charm and distinctive features, each fern plant promises to transform your environment into a tranquil haven.  There’s a fern for every style and preference, from the classic Boston Fern to the Maidenhair Fern.​

Get the Right Type of Fern Plant for Your Indoor Space

Immerse yourself in the captivating beauty of live fern plants, a testament to Nature’s grace. These verdant wonders boast delicate fronds that cascade elegantly, making them the perfect addition to hanging planters or suspended displays.

Beyond their aesthetic charm, ferns are known for their versatility and adaptability, thriving in various environments while remaining generally pet-friendly plants. Let’s delve into a few examples of the exquisite fern plant varieties awaiting you in our Ferns collection.  

Lemon Button Fern  

• Distinct characteristics: The Lemon Button Fern (Nephrolepis cardifolia 'Lemon Button Fern') is a cute dwarf variety of the popular Boston Fern. It boasts delicate fronds with round leaflets, which emit gorgeous lemony scent.  
• Plant’s needs: This plant will thrive in bright, indirect light when planted indoors, but keep it out of  direct bright sunlight. This fern enjoys a temperature of 60-70℉, but not below 55℉. Mist the plant daily to provide enough humidity.    
• Level of care: Easy 
• Pet-friendliness: Pet-safe

Staghorn Fern 

• Distinct characteristics: The Staghorn Fern (Platycerium bifurcatum) has antler-like deep-green fronds that give it its unique and striking appearance. You can mount your Staghorn Fern on wood and hang it on the wall for a beautiful display.  
• Plant’s needs: To mimic this plant's natural environment, you should give it plenty of bright, indirect light in the home. Avoid direct sunlight to prevent scorching the fronds. To thrive, this fern have low-water needs and prefers medium humidity.   
• Level of care: Easy 
• Pet-friendliness: Safe for pets

Japanese Bird’s Nest Fern

• Distinct characteristics: The glossy, bright green fronds of the Japanese Bird’s Nest Fern (Asplenium antiquum) are reminiscent of a ruffled skirt. However, the name comes from the new fronds that resemble bird eggs as they emerge. It is a tropical, evergreen, perennial epiphyte.
• Plant’s needs: Situate your Japanese Bird’s Nest Fern, where it will get plenty of medium indirect light, as direct light can burn its fragile leaves. Never let your fern completely dry out; it will also appreciate medium humidity. 
• Level of care: Easy 
• Pet-friendliness: Safe for pets

Hurricane Fern

• Distinct characteristics: The Hurricane Fern (Asplenium antiquum 'Hurricane') possesses striking characteristics that set it apart. It features swirling green fronds that resemble a hurricane in motion. This unique fern is a variety of Bird's Nest Fern. 
• Plant’s needs: This fern variety grows best in bright, indirect sunlight. Near an east or west-facing window is an ideal location for this indoor plant. Outdoors, this beauty needs shade, so beneath trees or a covered porch is perfect. Keep the soil consistently moist, but don’t overwater. 
• Level of care: Easy 
• Pet-friendliness: Safe for pets

Indoor Ferns: Care & Maintenance Tips​

Unveil the secrets to fostering healthy and vibrant ferns to ensure they thrive as cherished companions in your home. 

Watering Your Ferns

Ferns thrive in consistently moist soil. Keep the soil evenly damp, ensuring it never dries out completely. Watering from the bottom or misting helps maintain the preferred humidity levels.

Lighting Requirements

Position your ferns in indirect or filtered light, as they prefer low to medium light conditions. Avoid exposing them to direct sunlight, which can scorch their delicate fronds. 

Choosing the Right Soil

Ferns prefer well-draining, rich, and slightly acidic soil. A mix of peat moss, perlite, and pine bark provides an ideal growing medium. Regularly inspect the soil to prevent compaction. 

Repotting Fern Plants

Consider repotting your fern every few years or when you notice overcrowded roots. Use fresh, nutrient-rich soil, and choose a container with drainage holes to prevent waterlogging.

Feeding Your Ferns

Feed your ferns with a balanced liquid fertilizer diluted to half-strength every 4-6 weeks during the growing season (spring and summer). This ensures they receive essential nutrients for healthy growth. 

Winterizing Outdoor Ferns

If your fern plants spend the summer outdoors as porch plants, bring them indoors before the first frost. Inspect for pests, trim dead fronts, and place them in a suitable indoor location. 

Common Issues with Ferns

• Dry soil: Ferns are sensitive to dry conditions, so maintain consistent soil moisture.
• Yellowing fronds: This may indicate overwatering or insufficient light. Adjust watering and relocate the fern to a suitable light source.

Improve Your Living Space With Attractive Live Ferns for Sale

Enrich your living space with the timeless allure of ferns, where every frond tells a tale of elegance. If you’re wondering where to buy ferns, Lively Roots presents a curated collection of live ferns for sale, ready to transform your home or office into a green sanctuary. 

Whether adorning your bathroom or decorating your front door with ferns suspended in graceful hanging planters, these easy-care plants are the epitome of botanical charm. 

Embrace the joy of low-maintenance greenery, making ferns an ideal plant gift that keeps on giving. Elevate your surroundings, invite nature inside, and discover the enduring beauty of live ferns with Lively Roots!

Transform Your Space by Choosing a Fern That Speaks to You!