Where do staghorn ferns grow best?
Outdoor plants should be located in partial shade or low light conditions for the best growth, while indoor plants need bright indirect light. Staghorn ferns are usually grown mounted on a piece of wood or in a basket. They will need a little mound of peat, compost, or another organic matter piled up under the plant.
How do staghorn ferns grow?
In its natural habitat, the staghorn fern grows in rainforests in an epiphytic manner, meaning it clings to trees in a non-parasitic way. It doesn’t need soil around its roots, which only really serve an anchoring purpose: water and nutrients are absorbed mainly through the fronds instead.
Can Staghorns grow on the ground?
This is a good question since staghorns generally don’t naturally grow in soil. The key to growing staghorn ferns in baskets or pots is to replicate their natural environment as closely as possible. But, yes, they can grow in pots.
How big does a staghorn fern get?
6 feet long
How often should I mist my staghorn fern?
once a week
Can you use Miracle Grow on staghorn ferns?
Welcome, murmaid. Staghorn ferns are epiphytic plants, and though I will sometimes use Miracle-Gro (diluted at 1/4 the recommended rate in the cool/cold months and at 1/2 the rate in the warm/hot months), I typically use my “Orchid” fertilizer on them.
Can staghorn ferns be in direct sunlight?
Staghorn ferns need lots of bright but indirect or diffused sunlight. This is best achieved by placing them next to the brightest window in the house. All directions are fine, but west-facing windows might expose the fern to too much direct afternoon sun.
Do Staghorns need a lot of water?
A good rule of thumb is to water once per week in dry, hot times of year, and once every two to three weeks during cooler months. Start with this schedule, and adjust as necessary depending on your space. Staghorn ferns absorb water through their fronds, as well as their roots.
Do you have to mount a staghorn fern?
They are OK with being slightly crowded, but when it looks like they’re really getting too big, it’s time to repot your plant in one the next size up from its current pot that has good drainage. If your staghorn is mounted, you’ll need to re-mount it if the fern gets too large.