While some ferns can thrive in sun, most prefer shade, and many can be damaged by too much sun. I was recently gifted a Makinoi's holly fern (Polystichum Makinoi) that was spotted in a garden center,...
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Sometimes, despite our best efforts, ferns can wilt, sicken or turn brown. It's not always easy to know if this means the plant is lost for good or whether there is a still chance you could save it....
Most ferns like moist soil and humid conditions. This has led to a misconception that all ferns can grow well in bog gardens, or the marshy conditions by ponds and streams. In fact, most fern species...
When starting out with ferns, it makes sense to choose varieties that are easy to grow. Depending on your priorities, this could mean ferns that do not need much looking after, ferns that grow...
Here at Fern Gardening, we are obviously big fans of ferns. However, we are also open-minded enough to accept that some people may have doubts about whether ferns are right for them. It's fair to say...
Tree ferns are a must-have for the fern lover who wants to make a statement. These fascinating plants are beautiful, eerie, and timeless - conjuring the sense of a prehistoric forest in the...