Dwarf Ferns for Limited Space - Daves Garden Do you have limited space AND shade issues? Then why not try some of the dwarf ferns! Suitable for rockeries, rock walls, alpine troughs and as groundcovers, there are quite a number of small (unde
Introduction to Cold Hardy Tree Ferns - Daves Garden Few plants say the tropics more effectively than do tree ferns, yet thankfully many species of tree ferns are fairly cold hardy, enabling gardeners throughout the world to use these for decoration
Growing Staghorns: Platycerium Ferns - Daves Garden This article acts as introduction to these exotic and incredibly ornamental tropical ferns, commonly known as Staghorn Ferns Some suggestions on cultivation and the various species will be discuss
Autumn Fern - Daves Garden Like most ferns, autumn fern does best in full to partial shade Plant about 18 inches apart for complete ground coverage Keep your autumn fern growing at a steady pace by applying a balanced fertilizer at the rate of one pound per 100 square feet in spring before new growth begins
The Asparagus Fern - Daves Garden Asparagus ferns appreciate being kept moist during the growing season and drier during the winter months Although fairly drought tolerant, they begin shedding if allowed to dry out completely Keep them looking full by trimming away old or tattered growth each spring; this will encourage the growth of healthy new stems
Caring for the Frosty Fern and Other Selaginellas Grow your own resurrection ferns with these dried balls of plants A fun experiment for the kiddos Frosty Fern's Resilient Relative Speaking of extremes, one of the most well-known selaginellas is the Resurrection Fern (Selaginella lepidophylla) pictured above
Have a Ball With Kokedama - Daves Garden Why a fern? Some ferns are sturdy plants that make tough houseplants and garden specimens However, some ferns are more difficult to keep alive than others Ferns with tough, leathery leaves are better suited to normal indoor conditions, while feathery ferns do best in higher humidity