Bird's Nest Fern

Birds Nest Fern

I am fond of bird nests .so far two times little birds have made their nest in the middle portion of the fern which sits on the corner side of my balcony. about three ferns stay there in several pots. ok now come to the point. I am going to start with one of my favourite fern birds. It’s amazing.

They grow on the surface of big or old trees. they are rainforest ferns. ferns that have long, erect bright green fronds that grow from a central rosette. Unlike some ferns, which grow feathery leaflets, bird’s nest ferns have smooth, lance-shaped fronds that sometimes develop gentle ripples when grown with sufficient light. though they like indirect bright or medium light, high humidity, and moist well-drained soil they can be kept in the bathroom, kitchen,n and any other moist place because they grow in warm humid environments. They grow in slowly.

The bird’s nest fern is known for its light green, crinkled fronds that have a waxy cuticle, these fronds can reach up to 4 feet long when they’re healthy and growing.in most homes, a bird’s nest fern will max out at about 2 feet. if we need our bird’s nest fern to have lengthy gorgeous fronds then we should take some care of our fern.

Types of Birb Nest Or Bird’s Nest Fern Varieties  

Asplenium nidus ‘Crispy Wave or Sword-shaped ruffled leaves

Asplenium nidus ‘Osaka’ or Narrow, strap-like leaves with rippled edges

Asplenium nidus ‘Antiquum’ or Wavy leaf margins

Asplenium nidus ‘Victoria’, Long, wavy, tongue-shaped fronds.

Fern Care Tips:

light :

though it can tolerate cold rather than ten to twenty degrees the fern grows much better in bright light. an east- or west-facing window but explains that a diffused south-facing window can work, as long as it doesn’t get too much direct afternoon sunlight. if we keep the northside window it would be ok It means in cold temperatures your plant grows a little slower.

Water :

bird ferns prefer balanced moist soil One would have to notice that the soil should not be soggy but it cannot survive little water. water is its main life power.be aware that, water should not pour in the middle portion. where new growth emerges. watering around it—otherwise, crown rot will occur. when summer time I water my fern regularly but with a small amount Before watering I test the soil with my finger. Overwatering not only leads to root rot but also encourages pests and plant diseases.

Soil :

we should remember that In the wild, these plants grow on trees, absorbing water and nutrients from their surroundings. notice that it is to emulate the fern’s natural environment. indoor potting mix soil is well-draining and works fine, draining and aerated soil is ideal for them when potted. Generally, a mix of orchid bark, coarse perlite, and peat moss works well. In the terracotta pot clay soil dries faster than other materials pot.

fertiliser :

fern growing actively when spring comes, apply on soil not directly on fern. leaves will burn. make your fern feed with a balanced liquid fertiliser diluted to half-strength.

Temperature and Humidity :

Birds nest fern-like to stay in their original own, warm and humid environments. They flourish in temperatures between 70–90 degrees Fahrenheit. temperature below 20 degrees can stunt their growth and cause damage.

Are Bird’s Nest Ferns Toxic to Pets:

it’s not poisonous to pets and babies. we can keep it indoors without any doubt.

Potting and Repotting Bird’s Nest Fern:

It’s easy not much hard to make the fern pot that huge draining.
fill it with ready-mix soil and create some pressure with your finger while placing the plant then cover its root with soil. The fern should sit at the straight level of the top of the pot.