- Plant the nest fern
- Water and fertilize the nest fern
- The nest fern in winter
- The propagation of the nest fern
The nest fern is quite undemanding and easy to care for and therefore an almost perfect houseplant even for those who do not care. There are a few things you should keep in mind if you want to enjoy your Asplenium nidus with its long leaves for a long time.
The nest fern is a very easy-care ornamental plant
Plant the nest fern
The nest fern actually grows as an epiphyte on the trees of the rainforest and not in the ground. Accordingly, he prefers special substrate or a mixture of compost and leaf soil.
Water and fertilize the nest fern
The nest fern likes an evenly moist substrate. Don't let it get too dry before watering. Calcareous water is not suitable. If you can, water your nest fern with rainwater, otherwise leave the tap water out for a few days.
The nest fern does not need particularly many nutrients. Therefore, it is sufficient to fertilize it about once a month. Add a little liquid fertilizer for lime-sensitive plants to the irrigation water. If your nest fern develops brown leaves, fertilize it a little more frequently and at the same time increase the humidity by spraying the fern.
The nest fern in winter
Since the nest fern does not know any seasons such as summer and winter in its homeland, it does not need any special care at the different times. However, you can limit the fertilization a little from October to February and also water your nest fern a little less.
The propagation of the nest fern
Like other ferns, the nest fern can be propagated by spores. You can find these on the undersides of its leaves, which can be up to one meter long. In July or August, put the spores on a mixture of soil and sand without covering them with it.
Put a transparent film over the seed pot and place it in a bright, warm place at around 22°C to 24°C. Keep the substrate evenly moist. The first green should appear after about two to three weeks.
The most important care tips in brief:
- water regularly with lime-free water
- fertilize about once a month
- preferred location: semi-shady to shady
tips
If you are looking for a plant for a rather shady place in your home, then the nest fern may be an alternative, because it only needs little light.