Cultivation methods and precautions of Pteris fasciata

How to grow Pteris fern

Pot soil

The phoenix fern is highly adaptable and has low requirements for soil, but fertile and well-drained soil is preferred, and soil with a high calcium content is best. For potted plants, you can choose plastic pots with strong water retention, and use a substrate mixed with peat soil and garden soil. Broken bricks can be placed at the bottom of the pot as a drainage layer.

Light and humidity management

The phoenix fern likes a semi-shady environment and should avoid direct sunlight. Scattered light is preferred. The growth of phoenix fern requires higher humidity and is not resistant to dryness, so it needs to be sprayed with water frequently to maintain humidity. Too much light will cause the leaves of the fern to shrink and wilt, while insufficient humidity will cause the leaves of the fern to turn yellow. Therefore, it is necessary to manage light and humidity well.

Temperature requirements

The phoenix fern prefers a warm growing environment and requires a growth temperature between 16℃ and 28℃. The wintering temperature cannot be lower than 5℃. It needs to be kept warm and placed in a warm room. In summer, the purpose of cooling can be achieved by providing shade, increasing ventilation, and spraying water.

Water and fertilizer management

The phoenix fern likes moisture, but is afraid of waterlogging, so it is better to water it to make the soil in the pot moist. During the growth period, water frequently, once every 2 to 3 days, and spray water frequently to maintain humidity. In winter, water less and just keep the soil in the pot slightly moist. Fertilization needs to be done thinly and frequently. During the growth period, apply thin liquid fertilizer once every half a month. When repotting, you can apply sufficient base fertilizer.

Reproduction method

It should be noted that the phoenix fern has no flowers and no seeds. It is mainly propagated by division, but it can also be propagated by asexual spores.

Precautions for the cultivation of Pteris fern

Pests and diseases

During the growth process of Pteris fern, pests such as aphids and red spiders, as well as root rot may endanger the health of the plant. It is necessary to use pesticides for prevention and control, and do daily management work.

Winter yellow leaves

When the temperature is too low, many yellow leaves will appear on the fern. At this time, be careful not to rush to cut off the yellow leaves of the fern, as the yellow leaves can also transport the nutrients stored in themselves to the new leaves.