Ferns are among the oldest living plants, with fossil records dating back 383 to 393 million years ago. These plants are resilient and have survived volcanic eruptions and cold climates thanks to ...
1. Give ferns plenty of indirect light. Most ferns prefer indirect light, which means you should avoid placing them where sunlight will hit them. In direct sun, fern fronds can get burned, resulting ...
Distinctive in appearance and name, staghorn fern is a species belonging to the genus Platycerium and the family Polypodiaceae. These ferns can be identified by their fronds, which bear an ...
Why is Christian Science in our name? Our name is about honesty. The Monitor is owned by The First Church of Christ, Scientist, and we’ve always been transparent about that. The church publishes the ...
Now that you've picked out one - or more - ferns for your home, here are excerpts from articles on how to keep them looking lush. Click on the links to learn more. HGTV: Most ferns like an evenly ...
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How to care for indoor ferns

In this video, learn how to grow gorgeous indoor ferns with these expert tips! Discover the dos and don’ts of proper fern care.
Consistent watering helps your plant recover from dry air and keeps it healthy all winter. If your fern still looks sad, try ...
Rabbit’s foot ferns (Davallia fejeensis) are fun and attractive to grow in a central Ohio home. They grow slightly mounded with upright, lacey fronds of dark green. The frond stem is slightly stiff, ...
But the idea of growing plants inside isn’t new. The earliest record of indoor plants dates from 5,000 years ago, when Ancient Egyptians brought palms and ferns inside. During the 19th century, a ...