How to grow ferns

Farming methods

Suitable moisture and humidity

Ferns like moisture and are not drought-tolerant, so special attention should be paid to watering. Water it daily during its active growth period, and spray water on the leaves. You can also spray water around the fern to keep it moist. If the roots and leaves are damaged due to negligence, forgetting to water or watering too little, place the pot in clean water and increase the humidity of the surrounding environment. If excessive watering causes the leaves to turn yellow or wither, the entire plant needs to be pulled out. At the same time, be careful not to damage the roots when pulling them out, and cut off the roots that have rotted due to excessive watering. Therefore, watering should be done in moderation and in the morning.

Suitable temperature

The temperature required for fern growth depends on the area where it grows. For ferns growing in the tropics, the required temperature should be between 20℃ and 27℃, and should not be lower than 10℃ in winter. For plants growing in subtropical or temperate areas, the suitable temperature should be between 15℃ and 20℃, and should not be lower than 7℃ in winter. In the north, special attention should be paid to the fact that the temperature in winter should not be too low, otherwise the ferns will be frozen.

Adequate lighting

Some people think that giving plants sufficient light means placing them in direct sunlight, which is obviously wrong. Never place ferns in direct sunlight; just place them in a bright, sunny spot. However, it does not require light throughout the entire growth process. It is necessary to prepare for shade during the budding period and to place it in a well-lit place during the dormant period. Insufficient light will cause it to not stand upright.

Flowing air

When growing ferns, it is important to ensure that the air is fresh and flowing, especially in the hot summer. While ventilating, it is important to replenish water in time to avoid "through drafts".

Adequate fertilizer

When planting ferns, you must choose soil that is rich in organic matter and has a loose texture. The substrate can be leaf mold, perlite, or peat soil. Liquid fertilizer can also be added during the plant growth period. Nitrogen, phosphorus and potassium are particularly important for plant growth. Nitrogen can make the plants grow vigorously, phosphorus can make the plant root system develop, and potassium can promote photosynthesis and accelerate the synthesis of chlorophyll. The fertilizer applied must be comprehensive to promote better growth of the plants.

Precautions

Repotting

It should be noted that ferns need to be repotted every two to three years, and not a plant grows in the same pot throughout its life. Be careful not to damage the roots when repotting. When planting in a new pot, do not put the soil in first and then the plant. You should put the plant in the pot first and then put in the substrate you have prepared. You can put some gravel at the bottom of the pot to promote drainage and facilitate root breathing.

Preventing pests and diseases

Due to the unfavorable environment, some insect pests are easily caused, the main ones are red spider mites and aphids. The presence of red spider mites can cause plant growth to stagnate and leaves to turn yellow. Use specific drugs for each pest, such as 1% avermectin 20000. Common plant diseases include damping-off, rust, and nematode diseases, which can cause plants to grow poorly or wilt to varying degrees, resulting in the plants being unable to grow normally. When preventing and treating various diseases, we must analyze the specific situation.